China Claim Row Heats Up: Congress, BJP Trade Barbs Over Galwan and Supreme Court Remarks

A political storm has erupted after the Supreme Court’s recent comments on the government’s stand regarding China’s territorial claims. The Congress party quickly seized the moment to raise fresh questions about transparency and national security, while the BJP accused Rahul Gandhi and his party of spreading misinformation and playing into the hands of foreign powers.

What Sparked the Controversy?

The tension reignited when the Supreme Court took note of reports about China’s claim over Arunachal Pradesh and questioned the government’s steps to counter it. Congress jumped in, saying the Centre continues to stay silent on Chinese incursions and accused it of misleading the nation post-Galwan.

In a jibe that mixed pop culture with politics, Congress referred to the silence of the Centre as a “DDLJ moment”, saying, “Ja Simran ja, jee le apni zindagi”, implying the government is letting China do what it wants.

BJP’s Strong Rebuttal

In response, BJP leaders hit back, branding Congress and Rahul Gandhi as “habitual offenders” when it comes to undermining national interest. The ruling party dismissed the Congress narrative as dangerous and factually incorrect, reminding the opposition that sensitive security matters shouldn’t be reduced to punchlines or movie references.

BJP also said that under PM Modi’s leadership, India has given a “befitting reply” whenever and wherever needed, especially in the Galwan Valley conflict.

What This Means for the Public

For ordinary citizens—especially those in border states and Tier 2 cities that often bear the brunt of geopolitical tensions—this back-and-forth raises deeper questions. Is there enough public information about what’s happening at the borders? Are politicians prioritising security over political point-scoring?

The larger concern isn’t just about national pride but about transparency, clarity, and preparedness—something that affects not just Delhi or Ladakh, but also places like Arunachal, Sikkim, and even communities across eastern and northeastern India.

Conclusion

The China claim issue is far from over—and the political drama around it only seems to intensify with each new development. While both sides stick to their narratives, the public is left seeking straight answers about what’s really happening at the borders. At a time when geopolitics is increasingly local, clarity and unity matter more than ever.