Dehradun, May 14 -- Former Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Harish Rawat on Wednesday condemned BJP Minister Vijay Shah's recent controversial comments about Colonel Sofia Qureshi, who is involved in 'Operation Sindoor'.

While speaking to ANI, Rawat demanded an apology from the BJP to Colonel Sofia Qureshi and the nation. He also insisted that Minister Shah be dismissed from his position and expelled from the party.

"Such comments were made only because Colonel Sofia Qureshi is a Muslim," Rawat pointed out, emphasising the need for a formal apology from the government. "This is the mindset of the BJP. Is this the official stance of the party?" he questioned.

"This is a serious matter. Such remarks against a serving officer in ...