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PM Modi's 'Dimagi Naxal' Remark Sparks Political Debate
Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned against "dimagi naxals" (ideological naxals) in his Independence Day speech, stating they promote frustration and anti-development mindsets. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju defended the statement, linking it to the Congress party. Opposition figures P. Chidambaram and Arvind Kejriwal have embraced the term, with Chidambaram stating pride in being one and Kejriwal calling himself a "dimagi Naxal." Mehbooba Mufti also responded, linking her support for Article 370 to the label. BJP leaders have criticized the opposition's reaction, with one calling the Congress the "Dimagi Naxal Congress."
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
L 0 C 13 R 4
- Centre (13 votes, 14 outlets): Amar Ujala, Business Today · The Lallantop (India Today Group — 1 vote), Dainik Bhaskar, Greater Kashmir, Haribhoomi, Mathrubhumi English, Navbharat Times, Outlook India, Patrika, The Free Press Journal, The New Indian Express, The Statesman, The Tribune
- Right (4): Aaj Tak, Dainik Jagran, Punjab Kesari, Times Now