Shashi Tharoor’s Emergency Critique Sparks Congress Infighting

A recent opinion piece by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, criticizing Indira Gandhi’s decision to impose the Emergency in 1975, has ignited a heated exchange within the party. Tharoor’s article, published in Project Syndicate, drew a sharp, albeit veiled, response from fellow Congress MP Tagore.

Tagore’s “Bird Becoming a Parrot” Remark Stirs Controversy

Tagore’s comment, seemingly alluding to Tharoor’s evolving political stance, has added fuel to the fire. While not explicitly naming Tharoor, the remark was widely interpreted as a dig at his critique of Indira Gandhi’s actions.

Tharoor’s Project Syndicate Article Reignites Emergency Debate

Tharoor’s article in Project Syndicate revisited the controversial period of the Emergency, examining its impact on Indian democracy. The piece sparked renewed discussion and debate about this sensitive chapter in Indian history and highlighted the internal divisions within the Congress party regarding their legacy.