Mon Dec 02 21:28:23 UTC 2024: ## PM Modi Praises “The Sabarmati Report,” Sparking Political Debate
**NEW DELHI** – Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched the documentary “The Sabarmati Report” with fellow NDA MPs and subsequently praised the filmmakers on social media. The film, focusing on the Godhra train burning incident, has drawn both acclaim and criticism.
Modi’s commendation of the film’s creators sparked immediate reaction from the opposition Congress party. Congress leader Pramod Tiwari criticized the Prime Minister, stating that while the nation faces issues like the Manipur violence and a declining GDP, Modi is preoccupied with watching a film. Tiwari drew a parallel to Nero fiddling while Rome burned, highlighting what he sees as the government’s inaction on pressing matters. He further accused the government of deliberately stalling parliamentary proceedings. He expressed hope for a smoother functioning of parliament in the upcoming session and indicated that opposition INDIA alliance leaders would meet on Monday to strategize their response.
Home Minister Amit Shah also lauded the film, claiming it reveals the truth behind the Godhra incident and exposes a system that concealed it for years.
The contrasting views underscore the highly sensitive and politically charged nature of the Godhra train burning incident and its ongoing impact on Indian politics. The film’s release and the Prime Minister’s endorsement are likely to fuel further debate in the coming days.
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