What Contract Did Trump Take? Congress Reacts on Kashmir and Ceasefire

Background of the Ceasefire and Trump’s Statement

Recently, a ceasefire was announced between India and Pakistan, which is usually considered a positive step towards peace. However, this time, the political climate changed when former U.S. President Donald Trump made a statement. He said that both countries agreed to a ceasefire after his mediation. This comment shocked many and led to a political storm in India.

As soon as Trump made this announcement on his social media, people started remembering former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. During the 1971 Bangladesh-Pakistan war, she boldly told the U.S. and the U.K. not to interfere in India’s matters. Now, many feel that India is losing its strong and independent voice on the global stage.

Congress Targets the Government

After Trump’s statement, Congress party leaders began questioning the government’s silence. Senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Ashok Gehlot, raised serious concerns in a press conference.

Ashok Gehlot’s Strong Remarks on Trump

In the press conference, Ashok Gehlot asked, “What contract has Trump taken?” He said that either Trump has made himself the contractor of world peace, or India’s silence has encouraged him to speak like this. He expressed concern over Trump’s claim of solving the Kashmir issue as well.

Gehlot added that India has always handled the Kashmir issue bilaterally—meaning directly between India and Pakistan—without third-party involvement. So, Trump’s claim of mediating the Kashmir matter is a serious issue and needs to be addressed.

Comparison With India's Past Leadership

Ashok Gehlot highlighted how India’s former leaders maintained a strong stand on international platforms. He said that Indira Gandhi once warned powerful nations like the U.S. and U.K. not to interfere in India’s decisions. But today, the situation has changed, and foreign leaders are making public claims about India’s foreign policies without any challenge from our current leadership.

Why Is PM Modi Silent?

Ashok Gehlot questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s silence on this matter. He said that before PM Modi addressed the nation, Trump had already declared that he told India and Pakistan to agree to a ceasefire. Gehlot believes that the Prime Minister should have responded clearly to Trump's claims.

He also said that India must put Pakistan in a situation where it cannot even think about terrorism. But suddenly, a ceasefire was announced, and the entire strategy seems unclear now.

What Happened After the Ceasefire?

Another important point raised by Gehlot is what happened after the ceasefire announcement. Just a few hours after the declaration, Pakistan started firing again. This broke the ceasefire and shocked everyone.

People are confused and want to know what kind of talks or decisions led to such a quick failure of the ceasefire agreement. If Trump really helped in this decision, then what went wrong so fast?

Lack of Clarity and Government’s Role

Ashok Gehlot demanded that the Prime Minister and the government must give a clear explanation. He criticized the media for quoting “sources” without confirming facts and said that only an official statement from the government can clarify the situation.

He also said that the people of India want to know why the Prime Minister is not speaking on this topic. He expressed disappointment that PM Modi didn’t even mention the Trump matter during his last address. According to Gehlot, this silence is hurting both the government and the image of India.

Congress Believes the Army Was Doing Its Job Well

Gehlot praised the Indian Army for doing excellent work. He said the soldiers were showing great courage and fighting spirit. But without any proper explanation, a sudden ceasefire may create confusion and reduce the morale of our forces.

Conclusion: The Need for Transparency

The main issue raised by Congress and Ashok Gehlot is not just Trump’s statement, but the Indian government's silence. In international matters, especially when it involves national security and diplomacy, transparency is very important.

When a foreign leader like Donald Trump claims to be solving such sensitive issues as Kashmir and ceasefire between India and Pakistan, people expect their own leaders to stand up and speak clearly.

As of now, the situation remains tense. The ceasefire has already been broken, and questions are increasing. Political leaders, citizens, and the media all want answers. And until the Prime Minister or the government gives a clear statement, confusion and controversy will continue.