Mann’s Modi Trip Critique: MEA Distances Itself, Calls Remarks ‘Irresponsible’
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday sharply criticised Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent foreign visits. The MEA termed the comments as “irresponsible” and detrimental to India’s international standing.
The statement from the MEA explicitly disassociated the government from Mann’s assertions. The Chief Minister had questioned both the selection of countries visited and the overall efficacy of the Prime Minister’s foreign engagements.
The MEA’s strong rebuke underscores the sensitivity surrounding diplomatic relations and the government’s expectation of a unified front from all state leaders on matters of foreign policy.
This incident highlights the growing tension between the central government and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, potentially impacting future inter-governmental collaborations. The episode also raises concerns about the potential for conflicting narratives to undermine India’s image on the global stage.
