Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp political attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of “meekly bowing” to pressure from former U.S. President Donald Trump amid rising tensions and diplomatic expectations between New Delhi and Washington. The remark comes as a self-imposed or diplomatic deadline from Trump—related to trade talks, defense agreements, or broader strategic alignments—appears to be approaching.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Rahul Gandhi wrote:
“As Trump’s deadline approaches, the Prime Minister continues his meek bow before the Americans. This is not the posture of a 21st-century leader. India deserves strength, not submission.”
Although the exact context of the “Trump deadline” remains ambiguous, speculation surrounds previous deals made during the Trump administration, including defense purchases, trade tariffs, and intellectual property commitments. Rahul Gandhi’s comments suggest that he views Modi’s foreign policy posture as overly deferential, particularly in the face of American demands.
The BJP, as expected, dismissed the criticism, with senior party members accusing Rahul Gandhi of undermining India’s diplomatic achievements and attempting to score political points. “Under PM Modi, India’s stature on the global stage has never been higher,” said BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra. “Rahul Gandhi’s statements are rooted in ignorance and desperation.”
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This exchange reflects the broader battle between the BJP and Congress over India’s foreign policy direction. While Modi has championed a strategy of strategic alignment with the U.S. to counterbalance China and bolster trade and technology partnerships, the opposition often paints this as compromising India’s autonomy.
As geopolitical events continue to unfold and India navigates its place between global powers, such sharp exchanges between political rivals are likely to persist, particularly with elections on the horizon and foreign relations under the spotlight.
