In a strong show of unity, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has extended full support to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Centre in responding firmly to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.
Speaking after a candlelight march held on Friday in solidarity with the victims of the attack, CM Revanth Reddy declared, “We all will together support the country's Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.” His remarks signal a rare moment of cross-party backing for the government on matters of national security.
Reddy did not mince words as he urged PM Modi to take decisive action against Pakistan and terrorist networks. “When China attacked our country in 1967, Indira Gandhi gave a befitting reply. After that, in 1971, Pakistan attacked the country, Indira Gandhi gave a befitting reply and divided the country into two parts...Today, we have to take action against Pakistan,” he asserted.
Drawing parallels to the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, the Telangana CM invoked the legacy of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Atal Bihari Vajpayee. “You (PM Modi) remember Durga Mata. Take action, whether it's attacking Pakistan or any other measure. Today, steps should be taken against Pakistan. This is not the time for compromise,” he added.
He went further, suggesting that India must not rule out the option of merging Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) if needed. “A befitting reply should be given. Move ahead, and we will stand with you. 140 crore Indians are with you,” said Reddy.
The gathering, marked by somber reflection and nationalistic fervor, also saw the presence of leaders from across the political spectrum, including Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera and AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi.
Meanwhile, senior Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, also expressed solidarity with the government. Speaking after an all-party meeting chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Gandhi said, "Condemned kiya hai sab ne aur puri support diya hai opposition ne sarkar ko" – a clear indication of bipartisan consensus on tackling terrorism.
