Union Minister Chirag Paswan voiced India’s firm anti-war stance amid the Iran-Israel flare-up, calling it a highly sensitive affair. ‘India opposes all wars,’ he told reporters in Patna on March 1.
He detailed India’s dual friendships: ancient connections with Iran and rapidly deepening partnership with Israel. ‘Diplomacy means nurturing both,’ Paswan asserted. Consistent with its principles, India championed dialogue yesterday to defuse the crisis.
Only responsible officials should weigh in, he advised, promoting disciplined public commentary.
Paswan didn’t spare the opposition, slamming Rahul Gandhi and Congress for deficient leadership. ‘Uniting their camp is beyond them,’ he observed.
Party discussions revolve around Rajya Sabha nominations, leveraging the support of 19 MLAs. Intra-alliance talks will shape a unified strategy, with MLAs’ inputs guiding decisions.
Defending the liquor prohibition review in Bihar, Paswan stressed it’s about improvement, not abolition. ‘We welcomed Nitish Kumar’s initiative to combat alcohol’s toll—shattered families, abuses on women.’ Persistent issues like doorstep liquor supply highlight the need for evaluation to fulfill the law’s protective vision.