Did Nehru & Congress Fail on PoK? PM Modi Questions Past Policies

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reignited discussions about the status of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), questioning the policies of the Congress party and former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru.

Modi’s Critique of Past Governments

Modi suggests that India possessed a strategic advantage at one point but failed to capitalize on it to reclaim PoK. He criticizes the Congress and Nehru’s diplomatic approach, implying it fell short of achieving desired results.

The Historical Context of the PoK Issue

The PoK issue has been a long-standing point of contention between India and Pakistan. Modi’s statements bring the historical context and the different approaches taken by previous governments back into the spotlight. This re-examination of past policies sparks renewed debate about the best path forward for resolving the complex situation.