Sharad Pawar Says Nehru's Achievements Incomparable to Modi's Tenure as PM
NCP(SP) chief Sharad Pawar addressed his party's 27th foundation day in Mumbai, responding to comparisons between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and India's first PM Jawaharlal Nehru by stating Nehru's contributions were incomparable. Pawar acknowledged Modi's 12-year tenure as a significant milestone while emphasizing Nehru's role in India's independence struggle and nation-building. The remarks reflect ongoing political debate in India over historical legacies and leadership contributions.
Speaking at the Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) foundation day event on June 10, 2026, Sharad Pawar directly addressed recent comparisons between Modi and Nehru, arguing that while Modi's longevity in office deserves recognition, it cannot be equated with Nehru's historical significance. Pawar highlighted Nehru's imprisonment during the freedom struggle under Mahatma Gandhi and his foundational role in nation-building, contrasting these with tenure duration. He stated that in a parliamentary democracy, the Prime Minister is a constitutional post deserving respect, but emphasized that "Nehru is Nehru." During the same event, Pawar also criticized BJP leader Girish Mahajan's statements on Operation Blue Star, defending former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's role and criticizing what he called an insult to the country. Pawar reiterated his party's commitment to addressing issues affecting farmers, youth, and women.
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Nehru’s achievements and contributions incomparable, says Sharad Pawar
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