New Delhi, March 22 -- An all-out political slugfest broke out on Friday after Congress leader Sam Pitroda questioned the government's aggressive action against Pakistan post-Pulwama terror strike, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi lambasting the Opposition, saying the remarks only reflect that the Congress was unwilling to respond to forces of terror.

Leading the BJP charge, Modi also said Pitroda, Congress president Rahul Gandhi's "most trusted advisor and guide", has kick-started the Pakistan's 'National Day' celebrations on behalf of his party, "ironically by demeaning India's armed forces".

Pakistan celebrates its 'National Day' on March 23.

Countering Modi's tirade, Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said, "the truth i...