'Anti-National Mindset': CM Dhami Slams Rahul Gandhi Over Ajit Doval Remarks
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami hits out at Rahul Gandhi for calling NSA Ajit Doval a 'villain', calling his mindset anti-national.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of having an "anti-national mindset" after Gandhi referred to National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval as one of the "villains" in his political struggle against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the RSS.
Defending the 'Son of Devbhoomi'
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), CM Dhami emphasized that national security and the dignity of the country must always take precedence over party politics. He specifically highlighted Ajit Doval's roots, describing him as a son of Uttarakhand's 'Devbhoomi' (Land of Gods).
"Those who have insulted Shri Ajit Doval—a son of the 'Devbhoomi' of Uttarakhand and the nation's National Security Advisor—must realise that national security and the country's self-respect transcend the petty politics of any political party," Dhami wrote.
The Chief Minister further questioned why Rahul Gandhi seems troubled by the rising prestige and honor of Uttarakhand, a state he described as being synonymous with military valour.
Allegations of Tarnishing India's Global Image
Dhami did not stop at the remarks about the NSA. He accused the Congress leader of deliberately tarnishing India's image on foreign soil and casting doubt on the courage of the Indian Armed Forces. In a video accompanying his post, the CM asserted that the people of Uttarakhand would not forgive Rahul Gandhi for his comments regarding Ajit Doval.
Questioning Military Operations
The Uttarakhand CM highlighted a pattern of skepticism from Rahul Gandhi regarding India's strategic military actions. He pointed out that Gandhi had previously demanded proof for surgical strikes and air strikes.
Dhami specifically mentioned 'Operation Sindoor', conducted following the Pahalgam incident. He explained that the Indian Army had used precise mapping and calculated strategies to destroy terrorist bases, yet Gandhi continued to question such operations. "When the Indian Army carries out a surgical strike, he demands proof; when an air strike is conducted, he demands proof," Dhami stated.
The Spark: Rahul Gandhi's 'Villains' Post
The controversy erupted after Rahul Gandhi posted on X, naming Ajit Doval among a group of core figures whom he described as the "villains of this story." Gandhi alleged that the political space is closing in on these figures as the opposition confronts the current government.
Additionally, during a press conference addressing the Chief Election Commission, Gandhi alleged that CEC Gyanesh Kumar was operating under the influence and pressure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and Ajit Doval.
Claiming to understand his opponents "inside out" after fighting the PM and the RSS for over a decade, Gandhi wrote that the "core characteristic of these people is cowardice."