India, Aug. 14 -- Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday asked Ganesh Mandals in the state to have 'Operation Sindoor' as the theme for this year's pandals. He said the country has shown its strength to the world through this operation; hence, it needs to be showcased by the Ganesh Mandals to create awareness during the festival this year.

The CM's urge comes at a time when the opposition has been blaming the PM Modi government for using 'Operation Sindoor' for their political benefit.

"The Ganesh Mandals should use this year's Ganpati Festival to create awareness about the strength India showcased to the world through 'Operation Sindoor' and the importance of using Swadeshi (indigenous) products," Fadnavis said. "The mandals sho...