Shashi Tharoor responds to controversy over post following visit to Wayanad landslide site.

The Thiruvananthapuram MP is under scrutiny after using the word “memorable” to describe his visit to areas devastated by landslides in Wayanad, where over 300 people have died and many have lost their homes. In a post on social media, he defended his use of the word by stating that it simply meant “worth remembering or likely to be remembered.” He also shared a video of his visit, showcasing his efforts to provide relief supplies and support to the affected people. He emphasized the urgency of the current response while stressing the need for long-term solutions to aid those who have been displaced by the floods.

Mr. Tharoor described the emotional impact of witnessing the destruction in the affected villages and engaging with the affected individuals. The controversy over his use of the word “memorable” has sparked criticism from various individuals, including BJP leaders, who have questioned his choice of language in the context of such a tragedy. Some have labeled him as an “elite MP” and expressed that his use of the word hasn’t been received well, given the gravity of the situation.