Opposition Criticizes Modi Government's Silence After US Sinks Iranian Warship Near Sri Lanka

Following the sinking of the Iranian warship IRIS Dena by a US submarine near Sri Lanka, Indian opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government for its silence and called for stronger leadership amid rising regional tensions. They highlighted risks to India's energy security, given reliance on imports through the Strait of Hormuz, and questioned India's strategic autonomy. The government has not issued a public statement, while the BJP defended its foreign policy approach, emphasizing national interest and caution. The incident raises concerns about maritime security in India's neighborhood and the broader West Asia conflict's impact on India.