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Congress Calls PM Modi Weak Over Sikh Immigrants Issue
The Congress party has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a “weak PM” after reports emerged of Sikh immigrants arriving in India from the United States without their turbans and patkas. The deportation of Sikh immigrants has sparked outrage, with many questioning the government’s response to the treatment of Sikhs abroad.
Sikh Immigrants Deported From the US
A group of Sikh immigrants was recently deported from the US and landed in India. However, what caught the public’s attention was that they arrived without their turbans and patkas, a significant violation of their religious beliefs. The images of Sikh men without their head coverings have triggered widespread anger within the Sikh community and political circles in India.
Congress Criticizes PM Modi’s Leadership
Reacting to the incident, the Congress party launched a scathing attack on PM Modi, accusing his government of failing to safeguard the dignity and religious rights of Sikh immigrants. The party argued that the deportation and the manner in which Sikhs were treated exposed the Modi government’s weakness on international issues and its inability to defend Indian citizens’ rights abroad.
Congress leaders further alleged that the ruling BJP government has failed to take a strong diplomatic stance when it comes to issues affecting religious minorities, particularly the Sikh community.
Sikh Community Outrage and Political Fallout
The incident has led to strong reactions from the Sikh community, with many leaders demanding accountability from the government. Various Sikh organizations have urged the Indian administration to engage in diplomatic talks to ensure that such violations do not happen again.
This controversy has once again put the spotlight on India’s foreign policy, highlighting concerns about how the government handles human rights and religious freedoms of Indian citizens on an international stage.
