Key Points
Rijiju shares Indira Gandhi's letter praising Savarkar
Modi visits Marseille highlighting Savarkar's escape attempt
Congress criticized for undermining freedom fighter's legacy
Rijiju's remarks came on a day Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Marseille in France, a city where Sarvarkar attempted a courageous escape.
"Congress Party keeps insulting Veer Savarkar. Can Congress Party condemn Indira Gandhi for praising Veer Savarkar," Rijiju said on X, attaching letter sent by Indira Gandhi.
PM Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday jointly inaugurated the Indian Consulate in Marseille.
In a post on X, he wrote, "Landed in Marseille. In India's quest for freedom, this city holds special significance. It was here that the great Veer Savarkar attempted a courageous escape. I also want to thank the people of Marseille and the French activists of that time who demanded that he not be handed over to British custody. The bravery of Veer Savarkar continues to inspire generations!"
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Wednesday said that it was a "matter of pride" that PM Modi had visited Marseille, the city in southern France, which holds a place in India's freedom struggle.
Addressing a press conference, Raut said Veer Savarkar's contribution to India's freedom struggle should be remembered.
