Gehlot expressed dissatisfaction with the Prime Minister’s recent address to the nation, stating it lacked clarity on the sudden ceasefire with Pakistan and left the nation confused.
Praise for Indian Army
He commended the Indian armed forces for their precise and disciplined actions, especially during the initial strikes targeting only terrorist camps and avoiding civilian or military installations in Pakistan.
Sudden Ceasefire Questioned
He raised serious concerns over the unexpected nature of the ceasefire, calling it secretive and unexplained. He questioned who initiated it and what external pressures may have influenced it.
Historical Context
Gehlot drew comparisons to past wars and military victories (1965, 1971, Kargil), highlighting India’s assertive stance in previous conflicts, especially the leadership of Indira Gandhi during the Bangladesh Liberation War.
U.S. Involvement and Trump’s Role
He strongly criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated interventions, including his claim of brokering the ceasefire and his statements on resolving the Kashmir issue, calling it a serious breach of India’s long-held bilateral policy.
Lack of Government Transparency
Gehlot accused the Modi government of failing to provide a clear explanation to the nation regarding the ceasefire, cancellation of flights in conflict zones, and alleged pressure from international actors.
Demand for Parliamentary Session and All-Party Meeting
He urged the Prime Minister to participate in an All-Party Meeting and convene a Parliament session to debate the situation openly. He criticized the PM’s absence from earlier meetings.
Operation Sindoor
Gehlot questioned the logic behind calling the ceasefire a “temporary suspension” of Operation Sindoor, stating ceasefires should be final decisions, not vague or reversible.
Support for Opposition Unity
He emphasized that the entire opposition stood united behind the government during the crisis, and this rare unity should not have been squandered by abrupt decisions without consultation.
Opportunity Lost,Calling the ceasefire a“missed golden opportunity,” he lamented that India could have used the momentum to eliminate cross-border terrorism more decisively.
Call for Accountability,He demanded the
government clarify why nations like the U.S., Turkey, and Azerbaijan seemingly influenced the course of events, while other friendly nations remained silent on terrorist attacks like the one in Pahalgam.
Riticism of Handling Past Incidents
Gehlot recounted previous attacks including Pulwama and Pathankot, questioning intelligence and diplomatic lapses, especially allowing Pakistani ISI officials to investigate in India.