‘Will Back Pakistan in War Against US,’ Says BJP’s Madan Rathore, Sparks Political Row

Rajasthan BJP president and Rajya Sabha MP Madan Rathore has triggered a political controversy after claiming that India would support Pakistan if a war broke out between Islamabad and the United States, citing the two countries’ geographical proximity.

A video of Rathore’s remarks circulated widely on social media, drawing sharp criticism from the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and prompting questions about the BJP’s foreign policy position.

Opposition Questions BJP’s Stand on Pakistan

Congress leaders criticised Rathore’s statement, questioning whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah reportedly shared his view of supporting Pakistan in a conflict with the US.

Opposition spokespersons accused the BJP of showing an affinity towards Pakistan, a country they linked to state-sponsored cross-border terrorism against Indian citizens and military personnel.

The remarks fuelled a wider political debate over India’s relationship with its neighbour and the implications of a hypothetical conflict involving Pakistan and a global superpower.

AAP Amplifies Criticism Over Viral Video

The Aam Aadmi Party joined the criticism, with its representatives circulating the video across digital platforms.

AAP leaders alleged that Rathore’s statement revealed an unexpected ideological alignment between the BJP’s leadership and Pakistan. Social media users also criticised the Rajasthan BJP chief for suggesting that India would side with its historical adversary in a conflict with the United States.

Rahul Gandhi Also Targeted in Rathore’s Address

During the broader address, Rathore accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of attempting to create unrest in the country.

The Rajasthan BJP chief also alleged that certain foreign entities were funding domestic political groups to disrupt India’s economic progress and undermine its growing international standing.

However, his remarks about a possible war between Pakistan and the US have drawn the most attention, shifting the focus of the speech to the BJP leader’s position on India’s relationship with Pakistan.

The controversy has placed the Rajasthan BJP leadership under pressure as opposition parties continue to question the implications of Rathore’s statement.