P Chidambaram Bats For Pakistan ? Raises Questions on Pahalgam Attack, Op Sindoor, BJP Minister Reacts

In a surprising statement that has stirred controversy, former Home Minister P. Chidambaram questioned the involvement of Pakistan in the recent Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 civilians. Speaking to the media, Chidambaram said, “Why do you assume they came from Pakistan?” — a remark that critics argue amounts to giving a clean chit to Pakistan.

P Chidambaram Bats for Pakistan? Raises Questions on Pahalgam Attack

Shocking. Former Home Minister of India P. Chidambaram says, there is no evidence of Pakistan’s involvement in the Pahalgam terror attack which killed 26 civilians. “Why do you assume they came from Pakistan?”, he asks.

Why is the former Home Minister giving Pakistan clean chit? pic.twitter.com/bBrl2WUlFu

— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) July 27, 2025

Chidambaram’s comments come amid ongoing investigations into Operation Sindoor, a security operation targeting cross-border terror networks. The former Home Minister’s stance has sparked sharp criticism from the current government.

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi responded strongly, accusing Chidambaram of undermining India’s national security efforts. He said, “P. Chidambaram, who was the former Home Minister, has effectively given Pakistan a clean chit. The same people, when they were in power, used to deny Pakistan’s involvement in terror attacks. The former Home Minister and former Finance Minister should realise that such statements only embolden Pakistan’s stance.”

#WATCH | On P Chidambaram's statement on Operation Sindoor, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi says, "P Chidambaram, who was the former Home Minister, has given a clean chit to Pakistan. The same people, when they were in power, used to say that there is no hand of Pakistan. The… pic.twitter.com/4EyVxaZARW

— ANI (@ANI) July 28, 2025

Joshi further added that such remarks risk weakening the country’s resolve against cross-border terrorism and could demoralize security agencies working tirelessly to keep the nation safe.

Background 

The Pahalgam attack, which resulted in the tragic deaths of 26 civilians, has already heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. Security forces have linked the attack to Pakistan-based terror groups, triggering widespread condemnation across political lines. Yet, Chidambaram’s refusal to outrightly blame Pakistan has created a political storm.

Critics also point to Chidambaram’s past as Home Minister when allegations were made that his government had downplayed Pakistan’s role in terror activities. Many now view his recent comments as a continuation of the same approach, raising questions about his stance on national security.

With India’s security challenges growing increasingly complex, statements like these from prominent political figures only add fuel to a heated political debate on how to tackle terrorism effectively.

The opposition and ruling party are now locked in a fierce exchange, with the BJP urging the Congress leadership to clarify its position on Pakistan’s involvement in terror attacks and reaffirm India’s unwavering stand against cross-border terrorism.