Why hasn’t PM Modi rejected Trump’s ceasefire claim: Congress
The recent claim by US President Donald Trump that he brokered a ceasefire between India and Pakistan has once again raised eyebrows in the political circles. This is not the first time Trump has made such a claim, but what’s striking is that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has remained silent on the matter, leaving many to wonder what his silence means.
Congress leader Pawan Khera took to X to express his disappointment and frustration over PM Modi’s silence, saying, “This is the 8th time President Trump has made this claim that he got Operation Sindoor stopped. Why has PM Modi not rejected Trump’s claim even once?” Khera’s question is a valid one, and it’s time to take a closer look at the implications of PM Modi’s silence.
For those who may not be aware, Operation Sindoor was a series of ceasefire agreements between India and Pakistan in the past. The most recent one was in February 2021, after which Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan had claimed that the ceasefire agreement was brokered by the US. Trump had also claimed credit for the ceasefire, saying that he had spoken to both the Prime Ministers of India and Pakistan and convinced them to stop the hostilities.
However, India had categorically denied Trump’s claim, saying that the ceasefire agreement was the result of a bilateral discussion between India and Pakistan. Yet, PM Modi has remained mum on the matter, leaving many to wonder what his silence means.
One possible explanation for PM Modi’s silence could be that he is trying to maintain good relations with the US. Trump’s claim of brokering the ceasefire agreement may have been an attempt to bolster his own reputation as a peacemaker, and PM Modi may not want to antagonize him. However, this explanation is unsatisfactory, as it implies that PM Modi is prioritizing his personal relationship with Trump over the national interest.
Another possible explanation could be that PM Modi is trying to avoid controversy. The domestic political landscape in India is already tense, with the opposition parties accusing the government of mismanaging the economy and handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. By remaining silent on Trump’s claim, PM Modi may be trying to avoid adding fuel to the fire and maintain a sense of stability.
However, this explanation is also unsatisfactory, as it implies that PM Modi is prioritizing his own political interests over the truth. As the leader of the country, it is PM Modi’s duty to speak truth to power and defend the national interest, even if it means facing criticism and controversy.
Khera’s question is a valid one, and it’s time for PM Modi to answer it. Why has he not rejected Trump’s claim even once? What does his silence mean? Is he trying to maintain good relations with the US at the cost of national interest? Or is he trying to avoid controversy?
The answer to these questions is important, not just for the sake of domestic politics, but also for the sake of international diplomacy. As the leader of the world’s largest democracy, PM Modi has a responsibility to speak truth to power and defend the national interest, even if it means facing criticism and controversy.
In conclusion, PM Modi’s silence on Trump’s claim of brokering the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan is a matter of grave concern. It’s time for him to answer Khera’s question and explain what his silence means. The nation deserves to know the truth, and it’s the duty of the Prime Minister to provide it.
