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Former FM Salman Khurshid Criticises Modi’s Foreign Policy, Claims It Weakened India’s Moral Standing
✍️ ThePrint
🗓 11 Jul 2026, 06:46 AM
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Former foreign minister Salman Khurshid has publicly stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy, from dealings with Pakistan to relations with the United States, has eroded India’s moral authority on the global stage.
In a recent commentary published in ThePrint, former foreign minister Salman Khurshid criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy, arguing that it has diminished India’s moral authority internationally.
Khurshid highlighted that Modi’s approach to key bilateral relationships—particularly with Pakistan and the United States—has shifted India’s image from a principled actor to a more pragmatic, sometimes opportunistic, player.
The former diplomat emphasized that this perceived loss of moral standing could undermine India’s influence in multilateral forums and its ability to champion global issues such as climate change and human rights.
Khurshid’s remarks come amid growing debate over India’s foreign policy direction and its impact on the country’s soft power.
He urged policymakers to reassess their strategies to restore India’s credibility and uphold its long‑standing reputation as a moral leader in the international community.
Khurshid highlighted that Modi’s approach to key bilateral relationships—particularly with Pakistan and the United States—has shifted India’s image from a principled actor to a more pragmatic, sometimes opportunistic, player.
The former diplomat emphasized that this perceived loss of moral standing could undermine India’s influence in multilateral forums and its ability to champion global issues such as climate change and human rights.
Khurshid’s remarks come amid growing debate over India’s foreign policy direction and its impact on the country’s soft power.
He urged policymakers to reassess their strategies to restore India’s credibility and uphold its long‑standing reputation as a moral leader in the international community.