Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:30pm on 16 Dec 2024,Monday Politics
The Congress accused the BJP government of erasing history after the iconic 1971 surrender painting was relocated from the Army Chief’s lounge. The artwork depicts Pakistan’s Lt Gen Niazi surrendering to India’s Lt Gen Aurora, marking Bangladesh’s birth. Congress MP Manickam Tagore called the decision a "direct affront" to the 1971 war's memory. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra demanded the painting's reinstatement, alleging attempts to downplay Congress-era achievements. Military veterans condemned the move as an "insult." The Army clarified the painting was moved to the Manekshaw Centre to increase public accessibility, showcasing India’s military history to dignitaries.
