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BJP-Congress slugfest continues over IAF strikes (Night Lead)
New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) The IAF air strike in Pakistan remained at the centre of political slugfest on Sunday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi lashed out at the Opposition for questioning the counter-terror operation while the Congress hit back by accusing the BJP of playing politics over national security.
The Indian Air Force on February 26 conducted an air strike in Pakistan’s Balakot targeting a training camp of the Jaish-e Mohammad, the militant group which claimed responsibility for the Pulwama terror attack that killed 40 CRPF troopers.
Addressing a government event at Uttar Pradesh’s Amethi – the Lok Sabha constituency of Congress President Rahul Gandhi, Modi lashed out at the Congress for “putting personal interest over national interest”.
Hitting back to the Congress over the Rafale deal, Modi held it responsible for hindering the IAF from getting the state-of-art fighter jets from France.
“Every one, from the Supreme Court to the CAG, have called the deal transparent, but some people continue to spread misinformation,” said Modi, who has been repeatedly targeted by Gandhi over the Rafale deal.
Earlier, addressing a rally in Patna, Modi accused the Opposition of demoralising the security forces by asking for proof of the IAF air strike.
Referring to 21 opposition parties collectively accusing the BJP of “blatantly politicising” the sacrifices of the armed forces, Modi said that by making such statements, they were playing into the hands of India’s enemies.
Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley also came out all guns blazing against the opposition parties, saying their statements were an instrument in Pakistan’s hands to discredit India.
“At a meeting of 21 opposition parties, a resolution was passed accusing the Prime Minister of politicising the Pulwama and Balakot incidents. The government had twice taken the opposition leaders into confidence. No evidence of politicisation was given.
“I hope the Opposition revisits its position and does not let down the nation,” he said in a blog post, adding that the “inappropriate statements gave a handle to the enemy.”
The Congress hit back at Modi with party spokesperson Manish Tewari questioning why several major terror attacks happened under his regime. He also asserted that the Congress or the Opposition did not question the IAF operation.
Pointing to Union Minister S.S. Ahluwalia’s remarks that the air strike was meant to “warn the terrorists and not kill them”, Tewari said it was Modi himself and the BJP who were playing with interests of the nation.
“You have the Prime Minister saying that if Rafale would have been there, things would have been different. Then you have a Union Minister and a close confidante of Modi, S.S Ahluwalia, who says the air strike was meant to warn, not kill the terrorists.
“What do the statements mean? Who is actually playing with national interests and dampening the morale of the armed forces? It’s not the Opposition, which has conducted itself extremely honourably,” Tewari told the media here.
“It is the BJP government, starting from the Prime Minister and down to their Union
Ministers, which is raising questions and playing politics over the air strike,” he added.
–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.
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