New Delhi, July 07: The RSS has opposed the sending of Indian troops to Iraq and asked why should they go there to clean up the "garbage" left by Americans. In an editorial in the latest issue of its publication, RSS said the US forces are disliked in Iraq and are absolutely unable to improve the law and order situation.
"Compared to them, Indian forces are known the world over for their bravery, social commitment and fair dealings with civilians. But the question arises, why should they be sent to clean up the garbage left by US forces?" it asks. "Those with Alladin's lamp in the South Block think an invitation to Indian troops for deployment in Iraq is a recognition of India's growing role in world affairs, but who would believe it? Is our growing role proved only by handling the local civilians in Iraq after what the US did," stated the editorial.
It said India should also remember that it has had traditional relations with Iraq and that Iraqi people had a feeling of natural respect and affection for Indians. "That being the case, will the Iraqi people accept with love the Indian troops there? Will they not regard it as a manifestation of double standards by India, which has openly opposed US invasion in Iraq?" the editorial asked.
The Sangh mouthpiece also says there was no hope of any political consensus on sending India troops to Iraq. Bureau Report