Congress attack on Modi, BJP heats up India’s political atmosphere

ISLAMABAD: The Indian Congress has strongly criticised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy and the recent Pahalgam terrorist attack. According to the multiple Indian media outlets, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge stated that due to Modi’s failed foreign policy, India has faced isolation on the global stage. Operation Sindoor was a small-scale war taken as a step for political gain.

Modi had prior information about the Pahalgam attack, but no steps were taken to stop the tourists.

Deteriorating relations with neighbouring countries, especially Pakistan, have increased tensions in the region. Kharge claimed that the Modi government’s policies have distanced India from its allies, and without a strong foreign policy, India cannot become a global power.

He said that Modi had canceled his Kashmir visit, which indicates that he was aware of the threat. Due to negligence, the lives of 26 tourists were endangered, which could have been saved. He emphasised the need for transparency regarding Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam attack.

The BJP rejected Kharge’s statements, saying that Congress is politicising national security issues. The BJP spokesperson said that by calling Operation Sindoor a “small-scale war,” Kharge has insulted the sacrifices of the Indian Army.

Congress chief Kharge said, “Prime Minister Modi has made 151 foreign trips and visited 72 countries in years. Out of these, he has visited the US 10 times. But when India needed international support… no other country came forward to support us. Our country stands alone under the Modi government’s foreign policy. Is it the Prime Minister’s job to visit foreign countries and only pose for photos?” he added.

He also questioned the government over the US-brokered ceasefire with Pakistan. “A ceasefire was suddenly declared while our armed forces were conducting operations … The US president has insulted our country by repeatedly saying, “I brokered” the ceasefire. The entire country was united … but Modi ji is trying to cover up the issue by not providing clarity to the people of the country regarding Trump’s statements, so far,” he said.