Congress Chief Criticizes Modi's Silence on Trump's India Remarks
Mallikarjun Kharge criticized PM Narendra Modi for staying silent on U.S. President Trump's allegations against India. Trump's criticism and increased tariffs target India's trade relations, particularly with Russia. Kharge warned of a potential negative impact on India's economy and called for a focus on national interests.
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In a pointed critique, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge took aim at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for remaining quiet on U.S. President Donald Trump's allegations concerning India. Trump's provocative statements accused India and Russia of dragging down their 'dead economies' and justified a 25% tariff increase against India.
Kharge emphasized that national interests should precede all, underscoring how these actions could adversely impact the Indian economy, especially hurting MSMEs and farmers. He questioned the outcome of Modi's diplomatic efforts with the U.S., referencing the 'Namaste Trump' era as seemingly futile in preventing current trade tensions.
The Congress president highlighted the potential detrimental effects on India's policy of 'strategic autonomy', recalling India's historical non-alignment and previous diplomatic successes, such as acquiring a nuclear waiver from the U.S. under Manmohan Singh's leadership. Kharge warned of a developing America-China-Pakistan alliance and urged the Modi government to prioritize the nation's interests over public relations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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