‘ANTI-NATIONAL MINDSET’: REKHA GUPTA SLAMS OPPOSITION IN ASSEMBLY

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta made strong and emotional remarks in the Delhi Assembly, targeting the opposition for their reaction to ‘Operation Sindhur’. She fiercely criticised Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan’s statements in Parliament, which raised questions about the government’s intentions behind the operation. Rekha Gupta condemned the comments, calling them disrespectful to both the armed forces and the nation.

She stated that the opposition, by casting doubts on the army and the Prime Minister, is indirectly supporting anti-national elements. “When you don’t believe your own country’s leadership and military, you give strength to our enemies. This is not just opposition for the sake of politics it’s dangerous,” Gupta said during her address.

Referring to the name ‘Operation Sindhur’, she defended the government’s choice. She remarked, “How will those who don’t understand the value and significance of sindhur a symbol of Indian womanhood understand the deep emotional and cultural message this operation carries?” She accused the critics of mocking a powerful cultural identity and turning it into a political issue.

Rekha Gupta didn’t hold back while questioning the patriotism of the opposition leaders. She claimed that many of them were acting like “spokespersons for Pakistan while claiming to be Indians”. “Every time India stands tall on the global stage or takes strong action against terrorists, some opposition leaders seem more disturbed than our enemies,” she added.

Gupta also demanded accountability from past governments for their inaction in the face of terror attacks. “They must answer the people – what action did they take after attacks in Mumbai, Delhi, or Pulwama? What steps were taken when Indian soldiers were killed at the border under their rule?” she asked.

She continued by demanding an explanation from the opposition for not launching strong retaliatory actions against hostile neighbours when they were in power. According to her, ‘Operation Sindhur’ is not just a military action, but a message of strength, womanhood, and national unity. She claimed that the operation was named to symbolise both protection and dignity values deeply rooted in Indian culture.

Gupta criticised the double standards shown by opposition parties. She said, “When the government takes steps to defend the country, they call it politics. But when they were in power and remained silent after deadly attacks, they called it maturity. Why the hypocrisy?”

She also questioned why opposition leaders never praise the army openly. “Our soldiers are risking their lives every day. Instead of standing behind them, you question their missions. Isn’t this demoralising for our brave hearts?” she asked emotionally.

She also warned that such statements made by respected figures like Jaya Bachchan carry weight and can be used by enemies to weaken the morale of the nation. She said people in public positions should act responsibly, especially in matters related to national security.

Gupta urged all political parties to rise above petty politics and unite when it comes to protecting the country. She said, “Opposition is necessary in democracy, but not when it is blind to patriotism. Criticism should come from a place of love for the nation, not from hate for the ruling party.”

She ended her address by calling for a clear stance from all leaders on where they stand with India, or with its enemies. “The country is watching. The people will remember who stood with the nation and who stood against it,” she concluded.

Her fiery speech created a stir in the Delhi Assembly and across political circles. While the ruling party lauded her words as courageous and patriotic, opposition parties accused her of using nationalism to deflect from government failures.