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Rafale being brought to attack Pakistan, says BJP
New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) The Rafale fighter jets are being brought to attack Pakistan but the Congress was trying to give a “weapon” in Islamabad’s hands by questioning the deal, the BJP said on Monday.
Addressing a press conference here at the party headquarters, BJP Spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi accused the Congress of speaking in the same tone as Pakistan speaks to target Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government.
“Whatever India has spoken in United Nations, Pakistan has always protested. But it is unfortunate that a senior Congress leader is openly condemning statement of Sushma Swaraj ji (External Affairs Minister). This is not only against the established Indian traditions but also sounding in tune with Pakistan. Shashi Tharoor, who used the term Hindu Pakistan earlier, seems to be standing with Pakistan,” he said.
His remarks came in the wake of Congress leader Shashi Tharoor’s criticism of Sushma Swaraj’s speech at the United Nations General Assembly, saying the Pakistan bashing was aimed at the voters of the Bharatiya Janata Party.
“We want answers from Congress. He (Tharoor) should apologize to the nation for his negative statement,” he said.
Trivedi said if it would have been an isolated incident then it could have considered in a different way. “But since sometimes back, incidents took place one after the other where the Congress and Pakistan’s intent, language and style appears to be on same page,” he said.
Referring to Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan’s criticism of Modi, he said the Congress leaders were using similar words against the Prime Minister. He also drew similarities between Pakistan’s criticism of RSS and Congress President’s remarks against RSS in which he compared the saffron organisation with Muslim Brotherhood.
“Rafale ka mudda ata hai to jis swar me Congress bolti hai usi swar me Pakistan bolta hai…matlab..Rafale laye gaye hain Pakistan par aakraman karne ke liye aur ye Pakistan ke haath me hathiyar dene ka prayas kar rahe hain…sawal uthta hai…aisa kyo hai? (When the issue of Rafale comes, the Congress speaks in the the same language as Pakistan speaks…Rafale has been brought to attack Pakistan and they are trying to give a weapon in the hands of the Pakistan…question arises..why is it?),” Trivedi said.
He also hit out at Congress saying Mahatma Gandhi was called Father of Nation, not father of Congress party.
“Rahul’s Congress has lost the moral rights to be called the Congress of Mahatma Gandhi. The Congress’ thinking has got degenerated,” he said.
The BJP leader also took a dig at Rahul Gandhi, saying his entire projection of being a Shiv Bhakt was a farce.
“A news has come that in Prayag three Congress workers have been expelled from the party for raising slogans of ‘Har Har Mahadev’ and ‘Bam Bam Bhole’. It means Rahul Gandhi’s entire projection of being a Shiv Bhakt was a farce.
“Rahul Gandhi from Mansarovar to Prayagraj has shown his real colour and he has been transformed from the so-called Shiv Bhakt to a hypocrite,” he said.
–IANS
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.