Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched a sharp attack on the Congress party, recalling the terrorist attack that shook Mumbai 17 years ago. Speaking on national security, PM Modi accused the then-government of showing weakness after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack.
“Mumbai is India’s economic capital and one of its most vibrant cities. In 2008, terrorists chose Mumbai for a major strike. But the Congress government at the time surrendered to terrorism and sent a message of weakness,” PM Modi said.
‘Congress Stopped Forces from Attacking Pakistan’
PM Modi referred to a recent revelation made by a senior Congress leader, who served as Home Minister during the UPA regime.
“It was revealed that our armed forces were ready to attack Pakistan after the 2008 Mumbai attacks, and the entire nation wanted it. But under pressure from another country, the Congress government stopped the attack,” the Prime Minister said.
He demanded that Congress explain who made the decision to halt the operation, stating,
“Congress must explain under whose pressure such a decision was taken, betraying the sentiments of Mumbai and the nation.”
‘Today’s India Responds Strongly’
Highlighting India’s current security approach, PM Modi said:
“For us, nothing is more important than the security of our citizens. Today’s India does not hesitate — it enters homes and eliminates threats. The world witnessed this during Operation Sindoor.”
PM Modi on Global Connectivity and Development
Earlier in the day, PM Modi inaugurated the first phase of the Navi Mumbai International Airport. During his address, he said:
“Today, Mumbai’s long wait is over. The city now has its second international airport, which will play a major role in transforming the region into Asia’s largest connectivity hub.”
He added that the new airport will strengthen economic growth by linking Maharashtra’s farmers to markets in Europe and West Asia.
Congress Hits Back
In response, Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh raised sharp questions about the government’s foreign policy. He pointed to a September 30, 2025 notification that mentioned countries like Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Turkey, and Israel.
Ramesh said:
“The changing diplomatic landscape and repeated setbacks reflect India’s foreign policy failures.”
He also shared copies of U.S. notifications, calling them a sign of diplomatic inconsistency.
