Tharoor Slams BJP's Nehru-Bashing, Admits Some 1962 Blame

• Congress MP Shashi Tharoor defended Jawaharlal Nehru's legacy as the founder of Indian democracy, acknowledging his mistakes.
• Tharoor criticized the BJP for making Nehru a "convenient scapegoat" for all of India's problems.
• He admitted that some blame for the 1962 India-China war could be attributed to Nehru's decisions.
• The remarks were made at the Kerala Legislative Assembly International Book Festival (KLIBF).
• Tharoor also shared insights into his writing journey, love for reading, and the importance of short books for modern readers.

Why It Matters: Tharoor defends Nehru's legacy while admitting flaws, criticizing BJP's 'scapegoat' narrative.