Jaya Bachchan Questions “Operation Sindoor” Name, Sparks Debate with BJP

Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan has publicly questioned the chosen name for a recent operation, “Operation Sindoor,” sparking a heated exchange with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Bachchan Raises Concerns Over “Operation Sindoor” Name

During a recent parliamentary session, Bachchan expressed her reservations about the name, questioning its appropriateness and potential implications. She voiced concerns about the use of “Sindoor,” a traditional symbol of married Hindu women, in the context of a political operation.

BJP Defends “Operation Sindoor” as Symbol of Power

BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla responded to Bachchan’s concerns, defending the name “Operation Sindoor.” Poonawalla argued that “Sindoor” represents strength and empowerment, justifying its use in the operation’s title. This defense has further fueled the debate, with many questioning the BJP’s interpretation.