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Siddaramaiah Criticizes PM Modi Over Pahalgam Attack, Labels It a Central Intelligence Failure
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s handling of the recent Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives in Jammu and Kashmir. Siddaramaiah termed the incident a “central intelligence failure” and questioned the effectiveness of the government’s earlier promises to eliminate terrorism from the country.
Drawing parallels with the 2019 Pulwama attack, Siddaramaiah pointedly remarked, “Even after that statement, 27 people were killed in Pahalgam by terrorists. He had then said he would wipe out terrorism. What happened?” His comments were a direct response to Prime Minister Modi’s recent assurance that the perpetrators of the Pahalgam attack would be identified, tracked, and punished.
The sharp criticism highlights growing concerns over repeated intelligence lapses and the gap between political assurances and ground-level security realities.
Reaction to All-Party Meeting on Kashmir Security
When asked about the all-party meeting convened in New Delhi to discuss the security situation post-Pahalgam attack, Siddaramaiah admitted he was unaware of the full details. He commented, “There were a lot of people around me, and I couldn’t follow it properly,” indicating limited engagement with the outcomes of the meeting.
The attack has reignited debates on national security preparedness, with calls for more robust intelligence coordination and operational efficiency to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Tensions Escalate Along the Line of Control
The Pahalgam terror attack has significantly worsened relations between India and Pakistan, with both sides exchanging fire along the Line of Control in Kashmir. The United Nations has appealed for “maximum restraint” from both countries to avoid further escalation.
As the political blame game intensifies domestically, the spotlight remains firmly on the Indian government’s ability to deliver on its promises of national security and to plug the vulnerabilities that continue to be exploited by hostile elements.
Siddaramaiah’s comments underline the political pressure mounting on the Centre to review its intelligence apparatus and demonstrate tangible action beyond rhetoric.
