Archive · 16 Jun 2025
India's Gaza Stance, Elections, and Foreign Policy Concerns
Sharad Pawar is upset India didn't take a stand against the conflict in Gaza, which is different from how India has acted in the past.
He spoke to his party members about the upcoming elections and whether they should work together or alone.
Meanwhile, actress Swara Bhasker supported a rally for Palestine and faced criticism for it.
Some people feel India's current foreign policy is only about taking advantage of situations.
Sharad Pawar criticized India's neutral stance on the Gaza conflict.
Swara Bhasker faced backlash for supporting a pro-Palestine rally.
Pawar addressed NCP workers about upcoming civic body elections in Mumbai.
The UN resolution called for a ceasefire in Gaza, which India abstained from.
India's foreign policy under the current government is viewed as opportunistic.
- Who
- Sharad Pawar, Swara Bhasker, NCP workers
- What
- Sharad Pawar questioned India's stance on Gaza; Swara Bhasker supported a pro-Palestine rally.
- When
- June 2025
- Where
- Mumbai, Gaza, UN
- Why
- Pawar believes India's Gaza stance is not in line with traditional policies and discussed elections.
Critics' Viewpoints
Government's Position
Foreign Policy Approach
Critics' Viewpoints
India's neutrality on Gaza is inconsistent.
Government's Position
Government's strategic foreign policy
Election Process
Critics' Viewpoints
Concerns about election integrity.
Government's Position
Government's handling of elections.
Activism and Advocacy
Critics' Viewpoints
Selective outrage regarding Swara's support.
Government's Position
Support for Palestine cause
- Politician
- Sharad Pawar
- Actress
- Swara Bhasker
- Party
- NCP (SP)
- Location
- Mumbai
- Issue
- Gaza conflict, election process, foreign policy
- India's Stance
- Neutral in UN resolution
Sources
Abstaining on Gaza ceasefire resolution in UN not in sync with India’s foreign policy: Pawar
Centre’s neutral stance in Gaza not in line with traditional position: Sharad Pawar
Swara Bhasker Faces Backlash For Supporting Gaza Rally In Mumbai, Netizens Ask 'What About Pahalgam?'
Sharad Pawar says India’s stance on Gaza not in line with traditional position