Kharge Launches Scathing Attack on Modi's Foreign Policy in Kalaburagi
AICC president Mallikarjuna Kharge delivered a sharp critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy during a public address in Kalaburagi. The remarks came after he laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development projects worth Rs 1,069 crore in Chittapur town on Sunday.
Criticism of US Oil Restrictions and Non-Aligned Movement
Kharge highlighted that the United States permitted India to purchase oil from Russia for only a single month, imposing strict limitations. He contrasted this with the era of Jawaharlal Nehru, asserting that the Non-Aligned Movement was instrumental in fostering global peace during Nehru's tenure as Prime Minister. "But what is Modi doing now?" Kharge questioned, directly challenging the current administration's diplomatic strategies.
Linking Modi's Israel Visit to Regional Conflict
In a pointed accusation, Kharge connected Prime Minister Modi's visit to Israel with subsequent military actions. He stated that after Modi's trip, Israel launched extensive strikes on Iran, resulting in the death of Iranian leader Ali Khamenei. "If the head of a country is assassinated, will that country be at peace? Will the world be able to live in peace?" Kharge demanded, raising concerns about the implications for international stability amidst the ongoing Israel-Iran war.
Agricultural and Trade Disparities Highlighted
Kharge also addressed economic issues, noting that 65% of India's population relies on agriculture, compared to just 3% in the United States. He criticized the imposition of taxes on US products in India, while pointing out that America does not levy taxes on its own goods. "Modi says, Trump is my friend. But Trump says if you buy oil from Russia, he will tax you. Modi says he talks to Trump daily. Are you talking about taxation?" he questioned, highlighting perceived inconsistencies in trade relations.
The speech underscored Kharge's view that current foreign and economic policies under Modi are detrimental to India's interests and global harmony.
