Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut launched a sharp critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of compromising India’s sovereignty in light of former US President Donald Trump’s recent remarks suggesting a mediation role over the Kashmir issue.
Raut said the Prime Minister’s silence over Trump’s comments was “insulting” to India and questioned his repeated assertions of a “56-inch chest” when it comes to dealing with national security matters. “Modi ji speaks of bringing the enemy to its knees, but President Trump’s interference is a slap on our sovereignty. You’ll discuss trade with Trump and PoK with Pakistan—but only if Trump gives permission?” Raut told reporters on Tuesday.
He further accused the Modi government of allowing foreign business interests to override national interests. “Businessmen may rule India, but international businessmen control them. Where has your patriotism gone?” Raut asked pointedly.
CPI’s D Raja Questions Government Transparency
Joining the chorus of criticism, senior Communist Party of India (CPI) leader D Raja demanded answers from the Prime Minister regarding America’s role in the recent ceasefire understanding between India and Pakistan, following Operation Sindoor.
“India as a nation stands united against terrorism, but the Prime Minister must answer certain questions,” Raja said. “What led to the Pahalgam terror attack? Were there intelligence lapses? What exactly is the nature of this ceasefire? Did the United States play a back-channel role? What’s next, nobody knows.”
He added that the CPI has called for a special session of Parliament to allow the Prime Minister to explain the government’s position on the issue and ensure transparency in foreign policy and national security matters.
Operation Sindoor: A New Chapter in India’s Anti-Terror Strategy
The political jibes come in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, India’s targeted military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives. The operation saw precision strikes carried out by Indian forces on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK).
In a national address on Monday, PM Modi declared Operation Sindoor a “new benchmark” in India’s evolving strategy against cross-border terrorism. “This is the new normal. India will not tolerate terror and will act decisively,” Modi said, referencing past operations such as the 2016 surgical strike and the 2019 Balakot air strike.
He added that all branches of India’s security apparatus—Army, Navy, Air Force, BSF, and paramilitary forces—remain on high alert to safeguard national interests.
