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Srinagar: On July 16, Congress criticised the Central government following the deaths of four soldiers in an encounter in Doda, questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's past promises to Jammu and Kashmir. The soldiers, including an officer, were killed during a gunfight with heavily armed terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, an incident occurring just a week after another attack in Kathua that claimed five soldiers' lives.
A number of leaders in Congress have expressed their concern about the terror attacks that are occurring in Jammu. Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Jairam Ramesh attacked the government and Prime Minister Modi, questioning, "What happened to all those grand claims made by the self-anointed non-biological PM and the self-styled Chanakya?" in his most recent tweet.
What Is Happening In Doda?
The recent incident in Doda marked the third major encounter in the district within three weeks, reflecting a resurgence of violence in a region that had enjoyed relative calm in previous years following extensive anti-terrorism efforts.The Congress leaders collectively underscored the urgent need for a revised security strategy and a unified national effort to combat cross-border terrorism. They criticized what they perceived as complacency on the part of the government and reiterated their unwavering support for India's armed forces.
Congress Leaders Attack
Congress' leadership condemned the escalating violence in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing the need for a more effective response from the Modi government. They mourned the loss of soldiers in recent attacks, expressed solidarity with their families, and called for substantive actions to address the security challenges facing the region. Their criticisms centered on what they viewed as a gap between the government's promises and its actual response to the ongoing security crisis.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressed deep distress over the soldiers' martyrdom, extending condolences to their families and emphasizing the need for a robust response to such acts of terrorism. He criticized the Modi government for what he perceived as a routine response to escalating violence in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly highlighting the increasing attacks in the Jammu region.
Jairam Ramesh, Congress General Secretary, echoed Kharge's sentiments, highlighting the alarming frequency of terror attacks in Jammu over recent weeks. He pointedly questioned the efficacy of the Modi government's strategies in the face of these escalating security challenges, referencing promises that seem unmet in the wake of continued violence.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also mourned the loss of soldiers in Doda, emphasizing the profound sacrifice made by the armed forces and their families. She pledged unwavering support to the soldiers and their kin.
Pawan Khera, head of Congress' media and publicity department, criticized the government's response, asserting that slogans alone are insufficient to govern a nation and calling for substantive actions in addressing security challenges.
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi condemned the attacks, attributing them to what he described as flawed policies of the BJP-led government. He demanded accountability for what he termed as repeated security failures in Jammu and Kashmir, urging stringent actions against those responsible for jeopardizing national security.
