Mumbai, Dec. 17 -- Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde strongly criticised former Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan here on Wednesday for his remarks suggesting that India suffered defeat in a war, questioning whether such statements imply a desire for Pakistan's victory.
Shinde alleged that speaking in this manner amounts to siding with Pakistan and questioned the patriotism of those making such claims, calling it "anti-national." He said he condemns such statements unequivocally.
Shinde also took aim at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of repeatedly questioning 'Operation Sindoor' by asking how many drones were shot down, how many aircraft were lost, and what damage was incurred. Shinde asserted that the Indian Army...