Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 11:22am on 19 May 2025,Monday India
On May 19, 2025, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi questioned External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar over the loss of Indian aircraft during Operation Sindoor, referencing Jaishankar's earlier remarks about informing Pakistan at the operation's start. Gandhi labeled this action a "crime" and demanded transparency. The Ministry of External Affairs accused Gandhi of misrepresenting facts, clarifying that the communication with Pakistan occurred after the operation commenced. BJP spokesperson Amit Malviya criticized Gandhi, alleging he echoed Pakistan's narrative. Pakistan claimed to have downed five Indian jets, including Rafales, a MiG-29, and a Su-30, but India has neither confirmed nor denied these claims. Air Marshal A.K. Bharti stated that all pilots returned safely but withheld further details. (PC: PTI)
