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Rajasthan BJP chief Madan Rathod’s Pakistan‑related remarks spark political uproar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 15 Oct 2026, 11:45 PM
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BJP state president and Rajya Sabha MP Madan Rathod’s comments on Pakistan have ignited criticism from party leaders and opposition in Rajasthan.
Rajasthan BJP president and Rajya Sabha member Madan Rathod made remarks that were interpreted as expressing a friendly stance towards Pakistan. The comments, delivered during a public engagement, immediately drew sharp criticism and set off a political controversy in the state.
Senior BJP leaders at the national and state level condemned the statements, saying they conflicted with the party’s long‑standing position on Pakistan. Opposition parties also seized the moment, demanding a clear explanation and calling for disciplinary action against Rathod.
In response, Rathod issued a brief clarification, asserting that his words had been taken out of context and reaffirming his commitment to India’s security and national interests. The episode has revived internal debates within the Rajasthan BJP about party discipline and the narrative on foreign policy.
As of now, no formal sanction has been announced, and the issue remains a point of discussion among party cadres and political observers.
Senior BJP leaders at the national and state level condemned the statements, saying they conflicted with the party’s long‑standing position on Pakistan. Opposition parties also seized the moment, demanding a clear explanation and calling for disciplinary action against Rathod.
In response, Rathod issued a brief clarification, asserting that his words had been taken out of context and reaffirming his commitment to India’s security and national interests. The episode has revived internal debates within the Rajasthan BJP about party discipline and the narrative on foreign policy.
As of now, no formal sanction has been announced, and the issue remains a point of discussion among party cadres and political observers.