Published on March 29, 2026
In recent weeks, the stark contrast between the Modi government’s approach to international relations and its foundational values has become glaringly evident. While Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have adopted a stringent stance against Pakistan, characterizing its actions as hostile and unjust, their silence regarding the humanitarian crises in Gaza and the continued U.S. presence in Iran speaks volumes about the inconsistency in India’s foreign policy.
This hypocrisy reveals a troubling trend in Indian diplomacy, which now seems dictated more than considerations that once shaped the country’s international image. The Modi-Jaishankar doctrine effectively weaponizes accusations against Pakistan but falls eerily silent when it comes to denouncing similar acts of aggression carried out , backed tacitly or explicitly States.
India’s foundational values, rooted in non-alignment, respect for national sovereignty, and a commitment to global peace, appear to be compromised in favor of a more calculating foreign policy that prioritizes partnerships with powerful allies over longstanding principles. Notably, the response to the Israel-Palestine conflict and the U.S. interventions in the Middle East marks a significant departure from the once celebrated principle of standing for human rights irrespective of geopolitics.
The ongoing violence in Gaza has drawn widespread condemnation from various global leaders and organizations, yet the Modi government has refrained from explicitly criticizing Israel’s actions. Such inaction not only undermines India’s moral standing but also alienates those who hold hope for a more principled stance from one of the world’s largest democracies.
Furthermore, this approach risks portraying India as a country willing to overlook human suffering when it clashes with its strategic interests. The bullying pragmatism employed administration comes off as a double standard that diminishes the integrity of India’s global aspirations. It is a troubling moment for a nation that has historically prided itself on being a voice for the oppressed.
If India continues down this path, the ultimate question arises: what does it stand for? In a world fraught with conflict, the expectation is not for perfect solutions, but for consistent principles that advocate for peace and justice. The Modi government must reevaluate its foreign policy approach to avoid losing the very values that define and distinguish India on the global stage. The stakes are high, and the world is watching, as are the citizens of India, who yearn for a return to a foreign policy that reflects the nation’s true ethos.
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