Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with American podcaster Lex Fridman. Amidst the conversation, he addressed inquiries about India-Pakistan relations, reflecting on a shared history before 1947 where everyone unitedly participated in the independence struggle. He remarked on the painful acceptance of the partition, the allocation of land to Muslims as their own nation, leading to bloodshed and the menacing sight of trainloads of bodies from Pakistan. Yet, instead of gratitude and pursuit of prosperity, Pakistan opted for a path of conflict. A proxy war emerged, driven not by ideology but by exporting terrorism.
In his podcast, PM Modi emphasized how Pakistan's connections often surface in terrorism globally. He pointed to the pivotal role of Osama bin Laden, residing in Pakistan, in the 9/11 attacks, casting Pakistan as a worldwide problem focal point.
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'Positive efforts often yield negative outcomes'
During over three hours of dialogue, PM Modi lamented how advising Pakistan against terrorism has been unheeded, with state-inflicted terror needing cessation. He recalled his peace-seeking visit to Lahore and the special invitation extended to Pakistan for his swearing-in ceremony, aiming for an auspicious start, yet good efforts met with negative results. Hoping wisdom will dawn, he trusts citizens aspire not to endure such lives.
What did PM Modi say about attempts to improve relations with Pakistan?
Reflecting on efforts to mend ties with Pakistan, PM Modi cited the landmark initiation of inviting them to his oath ceremony immediately upon assuming office. Critics who questioned his foreign policy in 2013 were astonished when hearing of his invite to leaders of SAARC nations. Yet, the outcomes were unfavorable.
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PM Modi comments on who has the better cricket team between India and Pakistan
Comparing the cricket teams of India and Pakistan amidst geopolitical tensions, PM Modi expressed how sports infuse energy globally and foster unity, stressing his disdain for sports being maligned. He values sports as a vital aspect of human development. While not an expert on game techniques, he shared how recent India-Pakistan match outcomes revealed which team excels.
