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Naravane Defends Govt's 2020 China Stance, Gandhi Sparks Lawmaker Suspensions

4/26/2026

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General Manoj Naravane said government gave the army authority during the August 31 2020 China standoff and affirmed no territory was lost.
He said Cabinet Committee chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the decisions, that Modi’s “Do what you think is right” comment handed responsibility to the army, and that the forces are apolitical.
Rahul Gandhi presented unpublished memoir excerpts in Parliament on February 2 and 3, prompting the suspension of eight lawmakers.

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General Manoj Naravane said government gave the army authority during the August 31 2020 China standoff and affirmed no territory was lost.
He said Cabinet Committee chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the decisions, that Modi’s “Do what you think is right” comment handed responsibility to the army, and that the forces are apolitical.
Rahul Gandhi presented unpublished memoir excerpts in Parliament on February 2 and 3, prompting the suspension of eight lawmakers.