Bhagwant Mann criticises Prime Minister's foreign visits

The Chief Minister of Punjab Shri Bhagwant Mann has publicly criticised Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's foreign visits.

The chief minister remarked that the Prime Minister is “visiting countries with a population of just 10,000 and receiving their highest awards,” implying a disconnect between such visits and national priorities.

In response, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Shri Randhir Jaiswal said, "We have seen some comments made by high state authority about India's relations with friendly countries from the Global South. These remarks are irresponsible and regrettable and do not behove the state authority."

The Ministry further clarified the Government of India’s position, stating, "Government of India disassociates itself from such unwarranted comments that undermine India's ties with friendly countries."

The chief minister's remarks and the government’s sharp rebuttal have raised serious concerns about India’s diplomatic standing and foreign relations.