The Congress party has accused the government of concealing the names of soldiers who died in Operation Sindoor for 14 months. The Ministry of Defence rejected the charge, stating that social media posts are misrepresenting Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's address in Parliament.
Congress Allegation
Congress leader Shekhar Singh claimed that the names of the martyrs were deliberately kept from the public. He said, "The government has hidden the identity of our brave soldiers for over a year. This is an insult to their sacrifice." According to Singh, the list of martyrs was not disclosed despite repeated demands from opposition parties.
Defence Ministry's Response
The Ministry of Defence issued a statement calling the allegations baseless. "Social media posts are misrepresenting Rajnath Singh's Parliament address. The government has always honoured our soldiers," the statement read. It further clarified that the names were withheld due to operational security reasons and have since been released.
Operation Sindoor Background
Operation Sindoor was a military campaign launched by the Indian Army in April 2025. The operation aimed to neutralize terrorist camps across the border. Official figures confirm 12 soldiers lost their lives during the operation. The National War Memorial in New Delhi commemorates their sacrifice.
Political Reactions
The Congress party has demanded a full disclosure of all details related to the operation. Party spokesperson said, "The Modi government must answer why the names were hidden for 14 months. This is a matter of national importance." The BJP defended the government, accusing Congress of politicizing the sacrifice of soldiers.
Impact
The controversy has sparked a debate on transparency in military operations. Families of the martyrs have expressed anguish over the delay in public acknowledgment. The government assures that all necessary honours have been accorded to the fallen soldiers.
