“An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind” ~ Mahatma Gandhi
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) October 28, 2023
I am shocked and ashamed that our country has abstained from voting for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Our country was founded on the principles of non-violence and truth, principles for which our freedom fighters laid down…
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:24am on 28 Oct 2023,Saturday India
Slamming the BJP government for abstaining from the UN Gaza truce vote, Priyanka Gandhi said the stand goes against India's founding principles. Gandhi expressed shock and shame at India's inaction, as the nation was founded on non-violence and truth. She said refusing to take a stand as humanity's laws are pulverized in Palestine contradicts India's moral courage guiding its global role. Gandhi said cutting off essentials and annihilating thousands in Gaza violates everything India stands for. Citing Gandhi's quote on retribution's dangers, she reminded the warring sides. Her sharp critique accused the government of failing to back the ceasefire amid the humanitarian crisis.