The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) staged protests across Delhi on Wednesday, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of betraying the nation by agreeing to a ceasefire with Pakistan under foreign pressure. The party claimed that Modi missed a “golden opportunity” to reclaim Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
Protests were held at key locations including ITO, Kalkaji, Karol Bagh, and Laxmi Nagar, where AAP volunteers carried banners with slogans like “PoK ka chhoda mauka, Modi ka desh ka dhokha” (Modi’s betrayal of the nation and lost opportunity for PoK). The protesters alleged that PM Modi halted military operations despite India’s strategic advantage, succumbing to external pressures.
The protests were sparked by the announcement of a ceasefire by US President Donald Trump, which AAP leaders criticized for coming before any official communication from the Indian government. AAP’s national media in-charge, Anurag Dhanda, posted on X, saying,-
–“The entire country knows that Modi has lost a golden opportunity to acquire PoK under the pressure of America. The valour of the Indian Army and the cowardice of PM Modi will be recorded in history.”
At the Kalkaji protest site, AAP leader Vijay Sheryaar claimed that the Indian Army’s valour was undermined by PM Modi’s decision. He said,
–“Even the Opposition — AAP, Congress, and Samajwadi Party — stood behind Modi when Operation Sindoor began. This was a moment to show the ‘56-inch chest’ he often boasts of. Instead, he bowed before Trump and called for a ceasefire.”
Sheryaar also pointed out that Pakistani drones continue to infiltrate Indian airspace, despite the ceasefire, further escalating tensions.
AAP leader Shivani Chauhan raised questions over the role of Trump in announcing the ceasefire, saying,
–“It’s a matter between India and Pakistan. Why are we learning about our military decisions from a third country’s leader?” She termed the move a blow to national dignity and the morale of the public.
The protests reflected strong feelings among the public, especially the youth, who rallied in support of military action but felt betrayed by the sudden halt in operations.
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