BJP forgot Indira Gandhi's role in liberation of Bangladesh, says Rahul Gandhi
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Muktijoddhas, Biranganas and Indian defence personnel who fought for the liberation of Bangladesh.
Dehradun: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed his displeasure over excluding his grandmother, late prime minister Indira Gandhi's name by BJP during the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Bangladesh on Thursday.
Rahul Gandhi addressing 'Vijay Samman Rally' in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, recalled his grandmother's role in the formation of Bangladesh.
Rahul Gandhi said "Today a function was held in Delhi regarding the Bangladesh war. There was no mention of Indira Gandhi in that function. The woman who took 32 bullets for this country, her name was not there in the invitation because this government is afraid of the truth."
"Pakistan bowed its head within 13 days in the 1971 war. Generally, a war is fought for 6 months, 1-2 years. America took 20 years to defeat Afghanistan but India made Pakistan lose in 13 days only as India was united and was standing as one", added Rahul Gandhi.
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Muktijoddhas, Biranganas and Indian defence personnel who fought for the liberation of Bangladesh.
PM Modi said in a tweet, "On the 50th Vijay Diwas, I recall the great valour and sacrifice by the Muktijoddhas, Biranganas and brave hearts of the Indian Armed Forces. Together, we fought and defeated oppressive forces. Rashtrapati Ji’s presence in Dhaka is of special significance to every Indian."
