Amit Shah vs P Chidambaram: Pahalgam Attack Sparks Political Clash

Union Home Minister Amit Shah claimed proof that Pahalgam attackers were from Pakistan.

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He said, “We have undeniable evidence — weapons, GPS data, and communication intercepts.”

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Shah criticized Congress leader P. Chidambaram for doubting the government's claims.

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Chidambaram had earlier questioned the source of the attackers and urged transparency.

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This has sparked a broader political debate on national security and opposition criticism.

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Shah said, “This is not the time for politics. It’s about national security.”

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Was Chidambaram’s statement misjudged, or is the govt. silencing dissent?

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Public reactions are divided. Citizens demand facts, not politics.

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