New Delhi: Former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claiming that PM Modi silence on the US-Iran war sends a “dangerous signal” at a time of escalating global tensions. Speaking on Thursday, Sisodia raised concerns about the implications of this silence for India’s energy security and national interests.
Sisodia Questions India’s Energy Security
Manish Sisodia highlighted that India imports a significant portion of its oil needs from foreign countries and stressed the importance of stable energy supplies. “Exactly one month ago, PM Modi silence on the US-Iran war is particularly worrying as India recently entered into a trade deal with the United States, agreeing not to import oil from Russia,” he said.
He added, “Shutting down one or two oil sources is not merely a diplomatic decision. It directly impacts India’s oil supply, prices, and options in times of crisis. This is the core of energy security.”
Escalation of the West Asia Conflict
The criticism comes after a US submarine torpedoed an Iranian warship near Sri Lanka, following its participation in the Milan naval exercise hosted by India. Sisodia said, “Twenty-four hours have passed since the US attack, yet there has been no response from the Indian Prime Minister. PM Modi silence on the US-Iran war sends a dangerous message to the world, implying that conflicts near India’s borders may go unchecked.”
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The conflict in West Asia has intensified since February 28, with strikes by the US and Israel on Iran, killing Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran has retaliated with attacks targeting Israel and US military bases in the Gulf region, including the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia.
Calls for Diplomacy
Sisodia urged the government to take a clear stance. “The silence of the PM raises serious questions about whose interests are being served. India must ensure its strategic and energy interests are protected in the ongoing crisis,” he said. So far, India has called for resolving the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy.
Political analysts note that the criticism of PM Modi silence on thePM Modi silence on the US-Iran war reflects growing concerns among opposition leaders over India’s approach to international security and energy stability.