Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday accused the Congress of echoing Pakistan’s narrative during ‘Operation Sindoor’, alleging that the opposition undermined the morale of Indian armed forces at a crucial time.
Addressing an election rally in Assam’s Barpeta ahead of the April 9 Assembly polls, Modi said the Congress had a history of aligning its stance with positions favourable to Pakistan, particularly during sensitive national security operations.
“Even during ‘Operation Sindoor’, our forces forced Pakistan to surrender within hours. But Congress sang the song written, composed and loved by Pakistan,” he said.
The Prime Minister alleged that such positions weakened India’s global standing and emboldened hostile forces. “Statements made by Congress leaders often seem aligned with what Pakistan says or prefers, and this ‘Pakistan connect’ has harmed the nation,” he added.
Modi also targeted the opposition over its response to past military actions, including surgical and air strikes, accusing it of casting doubt on the achievements of the armed forces.
“Congress, even for appearances, insults the valour of the armed forces. Be it surgical strikes or air strikes, we have seen that Congress has always echoed the agenda of the enemy,” he said.
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Turning to the issue of illegal immigration, the Prime Minister alleged that the Congress was attempting to protect infiltrators in Assam for political gains.
“Congress is openly supporting infiltrators. You tell me, should the infiltrators be sent back or not?” he asked, asserting that the BJP would safeguard the interests of indigenous communities in the state.
He also highlighted welfare measures undertaken by his government, particularly for farmers, contrasting them with the record of the previous Congress-led regime.
“In the 10 years before 2014, paddy farmers received ₹4 lakh crore as MSP. In the 10 years after 2014, our government gave four times that amount, ₹16 lakh crore,” he said.
Referring to the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, Modi said farmers in Assam had received nearly ₹7,500 crore in financial assistance.
The Prime Minister further accused the Congress of lacking long-term vision and indulging in short-term policies that, he claimed, encouraged corruption. He expressed confidence that the BJP-led alliance would retain power in Assam.
Polling for the 126-member Assembly will be held on April 9, with counting scheduled for May 4.
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