Guna (MP), May 11 — Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh has raised concerns over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence regarding the recent understanding reached between India and Pakistan to cease all military actions. Drawing parallels with the 1962 India-China war, Singh reminded the Union government of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru's decision to convene a special session of Parliament following a demand made by Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Addressing the media on Sunday, Singh urged the Modi government to call for a special Parliamentary session and participate in all-party meetings in light of recent developments, including the Pahalgam terror attack, Operation Sindoor, and the subsequent agreement with Pakistan.
Singh expressed apprehension over what he perceived as a lack of transparency from the Prime Minister, particularly after the announcement of a ceasefire by US President Donald Trump. He questioned whether India had accepted third-party mediation in its cross-border affairs, which traditionally has been a red line in India's foreign policy.
"It is a declared policy of India not to accept any third-party intervention in matters relating to our borders. Yet, the ceasefire announcement came from Donald Trump. When and what he will say cannot be guaranteed, but the Prime Minister’s silence is disturbing," said Singh.
The Congress veteran stressed the need for the Prime Minister to address the nation and its representatives. "During the 1962 war, Nehru responded to Vajpayee's request by convening a Parliament session. We demand the same level of accountability today," he asserted.
Responding to a question on US mediation, Singh reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India. "The decision to join India was made by the then Maharaja of Kashmir. There is no room for foreign mediation," he stated.
India and Pakistan announced an immediate halt to all military actions across land, air, and sea on Saturday after four days of intense drone and missile strikes, marking a significant moment in the recent surge of cross-border tensions.
