Tharoor Praises PM Modi’s Lecture, Sparks Party Buzz
Senior Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent lecture at the Ramnath Goenka Lecture, saying it offered a strong blend of economic vision and cultural narrative and declaring he was “glad to have been in the audience”. These remarks mark a notable departure from the party’s usual tone.
Internal Disquiet in Congress
Tharoor’s public compliment has triggered murmurs within the Indian National Congress, as officials weigh the implications of a senior leader speaking positively about an opposing party’s head. Though Tharoor clarified that his comments reflected appreciation for the address and not any change in allegiance, observers say the episode highlights tensions between his personal interventions and party discipline.
Broader Significance and Political Context
Observers say the episode illustrates how individual voices in political parties can diverge from shared messaging, especially in an era of heightened parliamentary benchmarking and media scrutiny. While Tharoor’s remarks earned headlines, they also underline the fine line that opposition figures walk when acknowledging initiatives or speeches from the government. The Congress leadership’s response remains cautious as it balances unity with internal dissent.
