She said, “The value of non-alignment as a foundational principle of the nation’s foreign policy that was criticised so much has now, I am glad to note, been rediscovered even though it may not be acknowledged as such.”
New Delhi: Addressing a meeting of the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP), president Sonia Gandhi batted for unity even as she said she understands the disappointment among the party workers over the recent election debacle but is determined to ensure the unity of the party.
“I am aware of the disappointment in you at the recent election results. They have been shocking and painful The Congress Working Committee has met once to review our performance. I have met with other colleagues too and I have received many suggestions on how to strengthen our organisation. Many are important ones and I am working on them,” said Sonia Gandhi.
“The road ahead is more challenging than ever before. Our dedication and determination, our spirit of resilience are under severe test. Unity at all levels of our vast organisation is of paramount importance and speaking for myself, I am determined to do whatever is needed to ensure it,” Gandhi added.
She further said, “The divisive and polarising agenda of the ruling party and its leaders has now become a regular feature of the political discourse in state after state. History—not just ancient but also contemporary–is mischievously distorted and facts are maliciously invented to add fuel to this agenda. It is for us all to stand up and confront these forces of hate and prejudice. We will not allow them to damage the bonds of amity and harmony that have sustained and enriched our diverse society for centuries.”
She said, “The value of non-alignment as a foundational principle of the nation’s foreign policy that was criticised so much has now, I am glad to note, been rediscovered even though it may not be acknowledged as such.”
