Rajasthan BJP president Madan Rathore sparks a political controversy after remarks suggesting India would stand with Pakistan if a conflict breaks out between the United States and Pakistan. Speaking at a programme in Jaipur, Rathore said Pakistan is India’s neighbouring country and cited the need to align with it during a potential war.
The comments draw criticism from Congress leaders, who seek clarification and question the BJP’s position. Coverage highlights that opposition figures, including Shama Mohamed, ask whether the statement reflects official policy and call for responses from senior leaders such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Amit Shah. Some reporting also notes that Rathore’s remarks bring broader attention to accusations of political incitement and allegations about foreign interference in India’s internal stability, with references to Rahul Gandhi in the wider exchange.
