Shashi Tharoor: The devastating landslide in Wayanad, Kerala, which struck on July 29, has so far claimed over 350 lives, while many are still missing. SDRF and NDRF have made relentless efforts to rescue survivors and send relief supplies.
Tharoor’s Social Media Post Sparks Controversy Amid Wayanad Tragedy
In the middle of this tragedy unfolding, the latest social media post of Congress leader Shashi Tharoor created controversy. He visited landslide-affected areas in Wayanad on 3 August and met the victims of the disaster besides calculating the damages. The subsequent post by him on X Platform somehow fell under the radar of the public and political adversaries.
His post, which termed the visit “Some memories of a memorable day in Wayanad,” has met a deluge of criticism. Several social media users have come out against the choice of words, terming them insensitive at such a serious moment. One such user, rae, pointed at the utter contrast between the death toll due to tragedy and Tharoor’s characterization of the day. Another user lashed out at Tharoor for making a disaster seem like a “memorable” experience, more of a picnic than a catastrophe.
BJP Seizes Opportunity to Criticize Tharoor Over Insensitive Remarks
The backlash has been prompt and harsh. The BJP sees an opportunity to target Tharoor for his insensitive comment. The opposition party points out how Shashi Tharoor’s comments were far removed from the tragic reality the people of Wayanad face.
The much-needed rescue and relief operations, coupled with the search for survivors in the recent tragedy, have become the focus. It has also brought to the forefront the issue of sensitivity and respect in communications during such crises.