Pune: Prakash Ambedkar launched a sharp attack on the central government during a press conference in Pune, raising questions over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Italy.
Ambedkar alleged that four ships originating from India had been stopped in Italy carrying nearly 800 tons of military-grade steel. According to him, the material was allegedly intended for export to Israel and could have been used in the production of approximately 17,000 artillery shells.During the press conference, Ambedkar claimed that the Prime Minister’s Italy visit was linked to efforts to manage or suppress information related to these shipments. He further alleged that the matter involved hidden military supply chains and controversial documentation connected to a chemical factory project.
The Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi leader questioned the transparency of the government’s foreign and defense-related dealings, demanding accountability and public clarification on the issue.However, no official confirmation has yet emerged from Indian authorities or the Italian government regarding the allegations made during the press conference. The statements currently remain political claims made by Ambedkar, with no independent verification available in the public domain.The controversy has sparked discussion across political circles and social media, with supporters demanding investigation while critics accused Ambedkar of making unverified allegations for political attention.As the issue gains traction, attention is now on whether the central government or international agencies will respond to the claims raised in the press conference
– Swapnil Tapase
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