Chavan Clarifies 'PM Kidnap' Remark as 'Warning' Amidst BJP Outcry

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Moneycontrol•06-01-2026, 21:58
Chavan Clarifies 'PM Kidnap' Remark as 'Warning' Amidst BJP Outcry
- •Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan clarified his controversial 'PM kidnap' remark, comparing India to Venezuela.
- •He stated his intention was to warn about the erosion of international norms and potential UN system collapse due to US actions.
- •Chavan had earlier questioned if Trump could 'kidnap our Prime Minister,' sparking sharp political reactions.
- •He emphasized his comments were a broader cautionary message about powerful nations' unchecked actions, citing US threats to Colombia, Greenland, and Panama.
- •BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla condemned Chavan, accusing Congress of harbouring an 'anti-India ideology'.
Why It Matters: Chavan defends 'PM kidnap' comment as a warning on global norms, facing continued BJP criticism.
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