Tharoor defends BRICS value for India, countering Chidambaram's skepticism

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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor publicly defended India's participation in the BRICS summit, pushing back against fellow Congress leader P. Chidambaram's questions about its tangible benefits for the country. Tharoor argued that India's ability to host world leaders demonstrates significant diplomatic influence and convening power. He also pointed out that BRICS collectively represents a majority of the global population, underscoring its strategic relevance. The BJP seized on the intra-party disagreement, using Tharoor's remarks to criticize Chidambaram's position. The episode highlights Tharoor's tendency to hold and express views that occasionally diverge from the broader Congress party line.

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