BJP and Congress Figures Differ on Modi’s Handling of Seafarers Issue with Trump
BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla alleged that Shashi Tharoor contradicted Rahul Gandhi’s position on how India addressed the safety of Indian seafarers during discussions with US President Donald Trump. Tharoor, meanwhile, stated that Prime Minister Modi articulated India’s stance on the issue forcefully and effectively. BJP also claimed Rahul Gandhi is losing support within the Congress party.
BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla alleged that Shashi Tharoor contradicted Rahul Gandhi’s stand on the handling of the seafarers issue before US President Donald Trump. The BJP also claimed that Rahul Gandhi is losing support within the Congress party. Shashi Tharoor said Prime Minister Modi articulated India's position on the sailors' issue very forcefully before President Trump and conveyed the country's stance effectively. According to newindianexpress.com, Tharoor acknowledged that Prime Minister Modi raised concerns over the safety of Indian seafarers during both public and private discussions with President Trump. Rediff.com reported that Tharoor praised Prime Minister Modi's vision, articulation, dynamism, and oratory. Outlookindia.com reported that Tharoor said Prime Minister Modi has left a stamp on the lives of Indians. BJP spokesperson characterized Tharoor’s remarks as effusive praise of Modi.
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