Overview

• Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar questioned the use of Rs 15 lakh missiles to destroy Rs 15,000 drones during Operation Sindoor, calling for government transparency on costs and losses.
• Wadettiwar also raised unverified claims about the loss of 3-4 Rafale jets, urging the government to clarify operational details.
• Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis strongly criticized Wadettiwar's statements, labeling them as foolish and harmful to army morale.
• The remarks have intensified a broader political debate over the cost-effectiveness and transparency of the military operation targeting Pakistan-backed militant assets.
• Operation Sindoor, launched after the Pahalgam terror attack, has also involved diplomatic outreach to highlight Pakistan's alleged terror sponsorship.