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Mains issueGS-2News & Analysis28 August 2026

Jairam Ramesh questions conflicting remarks on Pakistan-China cooperation during Operation Sindoor

Source: thehindu.comOriginal report

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Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has called for a comprehensive official review of 'Operation Sindoor', questioning conflicting statements from senior military officials regarding the extent of Pakistan-China cooperation during the operation. He linked these discrepancies to what he termed the Modi government's broader approach towards China, citing past statements and trade deficits. The operation was launched by India in May 2025 against terror camps in Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack.

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Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has called for a comprehensive official review of 'Operation Sindoor', questioning conflicting statements from senior military officials regarding the extent of Pakistan-China cooperation during the operation. He linked these discrepancies to what he termed the Modi government's broader approach towards China, citing past statements and trade deficits. The operation was launched by India in May 2025 against terror camps in Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack.

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