Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge claimed PM Narendra Modi canceled his Kashmir visit after receiving intelligence about the Pahalgam terror attack three days prior, yet failed to act. The April 22 attack killed 26 people, prompting Kharge to question the government’s inaction. BJP fiercely criticized Kharge’s remarks.
By New Delhi Post Desk
Kharge’s Allegations on Intelligence Failure
New Delhi: At a ‘Samvidhan Bachao’ rally in Jharkhand on May 6, 2025, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that PM Narendra Modi received an intelligence report three days before the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, leading him to cancel his Kashmir visit. Kharge questioned why the government did not bolster security for tourists despite the warning, noting the attack killed 26 people, mostly tourists.
Government Acknowledges Failure, Kharge Demands Action
Kharge highlighted the government’s admission of an intelligence failure during an all-party meeting, asking why no preventive measures were taken. “If intelligence warned the PM, why weren’t security forces informed to protect civilians?” he demanded. He reaffirmed Congress’s support for any strong action against Pakistan, emphasizing national security over politics.
BJP’s Sharp Retort to Kharge
BJP leader CR Kesavan slammed Kharge, calling his remarks “treacherous” and labeling him a “modern-day Mir Jaffar.” Kesavan condemned Kharge’s statements as baseless and demanded an unconditional apology, arguing they were unpardonable. The BJP’s response reflects the escalating political tensions following the attack, with both sides trading barbs.
Rising India-Pakistan Tensions
The Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 people, has intensified India-Pakistan tensions. India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and imposed other punitive measures, while Pakistan called it an “act of war.” The Cabinet Committee on Security met on April 23 to address the crisis, amid fears of further escalation.
