The Telangana unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has filed a formal complaint against Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for remarks made during a campaign speech that allegedly insulted the Indian armed forces. Reddy claimed that the BJP-led government lacked the courage to retaliate against Pakistan after attacks, suggesting a failure to respond adequately during Operation Sindoor. The BJP leaders characterized these comments as derogatory and inflammatory, accusing Reddy of undermining the sacrifices of soldiers and aligning with narratives that parallel those used by Pakistan. They demand an unconditional apology from Reddy, emphasizing that such statements are a violation of the Model Code of Conduct and threaten to demoralize the nation for political gain. BRS leader KT Rama Rao also criticized Reddy’s comments, underscoring that respect for the armed forces is paramount and calling for accountability from a sitting Chief Minister. This incident highlights the charged political atmosphere in Telangana ahead of the Jubilee Hills by-elections, reflecting broader issues of national security rhetoric in political discourse and the importance of maintaining respect for the armed forces in public dialogue.