JP Nadda Accuses Opposition of Politicizing Agniveer Scheme and Modi's Drass Visit

Union Minister and BJP President JP Nadda accused the opposition of politicizing the Agniveer Scheme and PM Modi's visit to Drass during an address at the Kargil Vijay Rajat Samaroh. He emphasized the need for a youth-centric army and employment opportunities for Agniveers post-service.

Union Minister and BJP President JP Nadda intensified his criticism of the opposition during the Kargil Vijay Rajat Samaroh, marking the 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas, accusing them of politicizing the 'Agniveer Scheme' and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Drass.

Nadda defended the Agniveer Scheme, stating, 'We don't do politics with the army of the nation because we favour country first. A lot of reports from India and the world recommended that India's Army should comprise more youth and the Agniveer Scheme was a way to it. Today, we have incorporated many youths in the army who can save the nation with a fighting spirit. But unfortunately, some people (opposition) are doing politics on this and they keep doing it. Politics has become bigger than the nation for some parties.'

Highlighting the employment opportunities for Agniveers post-service, Nadda asserted, 'PM Modi has said our force will be young with the introduction of Agniveer who will be able to safeguard the nation. To secure their future, a full scope of employment will be provided to them. Our state governments have been ordered to incorporate Agniveer and give them preferences in the paramilitary forces, police services and other services.' He accused the opposition of turning everything into politics, including PM Modi's Drass visit, which he noted is consistent with the Prime Minister's tradition of celebrating Diwali with soldiers.

Further condemning their stance, Nadda questioned the opposition's nationalism, citing past instances of alleged corruption and opposition to military actions such as the surgical strike. He demanded transparency regarding the alleged connections between the Gandhi family and the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation's ties with the Communist Party of China.

Kargil Vijay Diwas, observed annually on July 26, commemorates the success of Operation Vijay in 1999 when Indian forces reclaimed strategic positions in the Kargil sector of Jammu and Kashmir from Pakistani infiltrators.

(With inputs from agencies.)