NEW DELHI: Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Tuesday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent address in Parliament on the ongoing Middle East conflict, alleging that the speech lacked scope for discussion and was a “one-way communication”. Speaking to ANI, Bhagat said, “Yesterday’s speech came right after Rahul Gandhi’s program in Gujarat. We wanted healthy discussions on issues of security, energy, and fuel. We expected that we, representatives of different regions of the country, would be given a chance to ask and suggest about the current situation. But the PM just kept all of his points in a one-way manner like ‘Mann Ki Baat’, as rightly said by Rahul Gandhi.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran warPossible US-Iran Talks In Islamabad: White House calls situation ‘sensitive’ and ‘fluid’; oil prices tumbleTrump Shifts Iran War Push: says Hegseth urged early strikes; extends deadline for attacks” Watch ‘India Moving Ahead With Resolve’: PM Modi’s Big Message On West Asia Conflict His remarks come after PM Modi’s address in the Lok Sabha on the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict.In his speech, the PM highlighted the escalating conflict in Middle East, which has entered its fourth week, was posing significant challenges for India, particularly in terms of energy security and trade disruptions.”The situation in Middle East is worrisome. This conflict has been going on for more than three weeks. It has a severe impact on the global economy and the lives of the people, and that is why the world is urging all sides for an early resolution to this conflict,” PM Modi said.He also cautioned that the ongoing conflict in Middle East is likely to have lasting effects even as he asserted that India’s diplomatic role has been to urge for de-escalating tensions.The PM emphasised that dialogue and diplomacy were the only solutions to this problem. He said that the country must remain prepared for the lasting effects that are likely due to the US-Israel-Iran conflict.The Prime Minister also noted that nearly one crore Indians reside in Gulf countries, making the situation a matter of heightened concern. He said the government has taken steps to ensure the safety of Indian nationals, facilitate evacuations and maintain essential fuel supplies despite disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.He further stated that over 3.75 lakh Indian nationals have returned safely to the country, with at least 1,000 of them having been escorted from Iran.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos“Pak Is Just Dysfunctional”: Fareed Zakaria Explains India-Pakistan Growth GapCentre’s Nod To 114 Rafales, 60 Transport Aircraft, And AEWC Systems In Major Air Force Upgrade PushIndia Issues RFI for Engine Test Complex, Facility To End India’s Foreign Engine Testing DependencyIndia, US Hold Talks As West Asia Crisis Raises Energy ConcernsTwo More Indian LPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Transit Strait Of Hormuz Amid Iran-Israel War’India Moving Ahead With Resolve’: PM Modi’s Big Message On West Asia Conflict’Never Faced Such Humiliation’: Jaya Bachchan Slams VIP Culture In RS, Flags Traffic DisruptionsUS Finally Ready For De-Escalation? Iran Says Trump’s Threat To Blow Up Its Power Grid Was ‘Bluff’’100% Under Control Of Trump’: Rahul Gandhi Slams PM Modi Over West Asia Remarks In Lok Sabha’India Should Put House In Order First: Gita Gopinath’s Big Warning To Modi Govt Amid Iran War123PhotostoriesComics that were made into movies: ‘Garfield’, ‘Archies’ and more6 iconic destinations on the banks of the world’s longest riverStep inside Adar and Natasha Poonawalla’s Rs.750 crore elegant Pune farmhouseHarbhajan Singh and Geeta Basra’s ₹7 crore bungalow in Jalandhar, Punjab is a personalised sanctuary rooted in cricket, memories and family values5 things you probably didn’t know about the world’s highest national parkBaby girl names inspired by color red6 high-protein breakfast dishes made with paneer10 house names inspired by the sky, stars, and cosmos, with their meanings8 plants you only need to grow once for endless harvestsMost people get this wrong about BP checks: Here’s what a doctor says123Hot PicksTrump Iran DealMohammad Bagher GhalibafSan Francisco AirportGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingGolden state warriors vs dallas mavericks injury reportPatrick MahomesJoe MazzullaColombian Military Plane CrashBrittany MahomesWWE Raw News RoundupSilver Rate TodayPahalgam hotel caseTrump Iran DealBihar Board Science Topper
NEW DELHI: Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Tuesday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent address in Parliament on the ongoing Middle East conflict, alleging that the speech lacked scope for discussion and was a “one-way communication”. Speaking to ANI, Bhagat said, “Yesterday’s speech came right after Rahul Gandhi’s program in Gujarat. We wanted healthy discussions on issues of security, energy, and fuel. We expected that we, representatives of different regions of the country, would be given a chance to ask and suggest about the current situation. But the PM just kept all of his points in a one-way manner like ‘Mann Ki Baat’, as rightly said by Rahul Gandhi.”
His remarks come after PM Modi’s address in the Lok Sabha on the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict.In his speech, the PM highlighted the escalating conflict in Middle East, which has entered its fourth week, was posing significant challenges for India, particularly in terms of energy security and trade disruptions.“The situation in Middle East is worrisome. This conflict has been going on for more than three weeks. It has a severe impact on the global economy and the lives of the people, and that is why the world is urging all sides for an early resolution to this conflict,” PM Modi said.He also cautioned that the ongoing conflict in Middle East is likely to have lasting effects even as he asserted that India’s diplomatic role has been to urge for de-escalating tensions.The PM emphasised that dialogue and diplomacy were the only solutions to this problem. He said that the country must remain prepared for the lasting effects that are likely due to the US-Israel-Iran conflict.The Prime Minister also noted that nearly one crore Indians reside in Gulf countries, making the situation a matter of heightened concern. He said the government has taken steps to ensure the safety of Indian nationals, facilitate evacuations and maintain essential fuel supplies despite disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.He further stated that over 3.75 lakh Indian nationals have returned safely to the country, with at least 1,000 of them having been escorted from Iran.
