The recent attack in pahalgam has once again shaken the nation’s conscience, sparking grief and anger among citizens. prime minister Narendra Modi, who has often vowed that india will not bow down to terrorism, chose not to visit the site of the attack, instead shifting focus to the bihar elections. This decision has drawn sharp criticism, as many feel that a show of solidarity and leadership at the site of the tragedy was necessary at such a critical time. His absence has raised uncomfortable questions about the government’s true priorities, leaving the impression that electoral politics has been placed above national security and the emotional healing of the nation.
Meanwhile, Pakistanis wasted no time in exploiting the situation on social media, flooding platforms with memes and taunts aimed at India’s perceived inaction. The lack of a swift and decisive response allowed adversaries to shape the narrative internationally, mocking India’s leadership and resolve. Although the indian government announced the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty as a form of retaliation, it is widely understood that such a move is highly complex and time-consuming. Dismantling an international treaty and redirecting rivers is not a decision that yields immediate effects, and it is not enough to quell the growing public frustration over the lack of a strong, visible countermeasure.
Adding to the growing sentiment of disappointment is the apparent prioritization of political campaigns over national mourning and strategic retaliation. home minister amit shah and prime minister Modi’s continued electioneering in bihar has left many citizens feeling abandoned during a moment that demanded national unity and assertiveness. For years, india has been seen as restrained in its response to provocations across the border, and this episode seems to follow the same pattern. The current leadership’s focus on electoral gains at a time of national pain sends a troubling message, both domestically and internationally, about where their immediate loyalties lie.
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