• The Daily Hints
• 11 May, 2025

·      Why did India agree to US mediation in the 2025 ceasefire.? Congress slams Modi as Pakistan violates truce in Jammu.!

·      India-Pakistan ceasefire 2025 faces backlash as Congress slams Modi for US mediation after Jammu violation. #IndiaPakistanCeasefire2025 #CongressSlamsModi

The India-Pakistan ceasefire of 2025 announced on May 10th has sparked heated debates after Pakistan violated it within hours by firing in Jammu. While the US-mediated truce aimed to end weeks of conflict, many in India are questioning why the Modi government agreed to America’s intervention. The Congress party invoking Indira Gandhi’s legacy has slammed the decision, saying India’s pride has been compromised, especially after the ceasefire collapsed so quickly.

Details & Context

On May 10th, 2025 US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, claiming credit for mediating overnight talks that led to the truce, effective from 5 PM. India’s Foreign Ministry confirmed the agreement, stating that Pakistan’s DGMO reached out to propose the ceasefire, as reported by @TheHindu (May 10th, 2025). However, the peace was short-lived—Pakistan resumed firing in Jammu’s Akhnoor and Udhampur sectors by 8:15 PM, violating the truce in 11 locations, according to @NDTV (May 10th, 2025). India retaliated strongly but the incident has fuelled a firestorm of criticism against the Modi government.

·      Sponsored by: TR Textile (Premium Quality and Branded Shirt, Punjabi, Kurta, Blazer, Sherwani Manufacturer)

The Congress party has led the charge, questioning why India bowed to US pressure for the ceasefire. Drawing a historical parallel, Congress highlighted Indira Gandhi’s defiance during the 1971 war when she rejected US President Richard Nixon’s call to stop the conflict with Pakistan. Gandhi insisted on continuing until Bangladesh was liberated, eventually securing the surrender of 93,000 Pakistani soldiers and signing the Shimla Agreement on India’s terms, as noted in a Congress post on X (@INCIndia, May 10th, 2025). The party contrasted this with the current government’s decision, with UP Congress leader Aradhna Mishra Mona stating, “Being Indira isn’t Easy (Indira Hona Asan Nahi)” in a viral post.

The ceasefire came after weeks of tension following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22nd, 2025 which killed 26 people mostly tourists in Kashmir. India’s Operation Sindoor targeted militant hideouts in Pakistan, escalating the conflict. The US intervention, involving talks with both nations’ leaders, aimed to de-escalate the situation but Pakistan’s immediate violation has led to accusations that India compromised its sovereignty by agreeing to the truce under American pressure, as per @TheWire (May 11th, 2025).

Quotes

Congress posted on X (@INCIndia, May 10th, 2025): “Indira Gandhi told Nixon, ‘We have the will and resources to fight brutality and no one can dictate to India from 4,000 miles away.’ That’s courage, that’s standing for the nation’s pride.!”

Former West Bengal Congress chief Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury told ANI (May 11, 2025): “Indira Gandhi didn’t stop in 1971 despite Nixon’s pressure. She freed Bangladesh and made Pakistan surrender 93,000 soldiers. That India is gone, and so is that leadership.”

Retired Colonel Prithviraj Das shared his perspective with ABP Ananda (May 10th, 2025): “We had a golden chance to crush Pakistan’s military and ISI this time. But this sudden ceasefire gave them time to regroup. We’ve repeated historical mistakes.”

Additional Information

The debate over the ceasefire has exploded on social media, with #IndiaPakistanCeasefire2025 and #CongressSlamsModi trending on X, amassing over 15,000 posts by May 11st, 2025. A post by @CongressVoice (May 10th, 2025) invoking Indira Gandhi’s legacy went viral with 8,000 shares, reflecting public frustration. @GoogleTrends shows a 280% spike in searches for “India Pakistan ceasefire 2025” and “US mediation India Pakistan 2025” (6,500 searches/month) since May 10th indicating high public interest.

Historically, India has resisted external mediation in its conflicts with Pakistan, adhering to the Shimla Agreement of 1972, which emphasized bilateral resolutions. The 1965 Tashkent Agreement, brokered by the Soviet Union and the 1949 UN-mediated ceasefire in Kashmir are often cited as examples where India lost strategic advantages, as noted by retired Colonel Prithviraj Das. The 2001 Parliament attack and subsequent Operation Parakram also saw India pull back from decisive action against Pakistan, a pattern Das criticized in his interview.

On X, sentiment is divided—some users support the ceasefire as a step towards peace, while others echo Congress’s view, accusing Modi of undermining India’s position (@BharatFirst, May 11st, 2025). The timing of the violation, just before the May 12th peace talks has further fuelled skepticism about Pakistan’s intentions and the effectiveness of US mediation.

Read More: India-Pakistan Ceasefire Violation 2025 | Pakistan Fires Along Jammu Border, India Hits Back

Impact Analysis

The ceasefire violation and the ensuing debate have deepened political divides in India. Socially, it has sparked a wave of nationalism, with many on X calling for a tougher stance against Pakistan, especially after the Jammu attacks. The hashtag #IndiraVsModi gained traction, with users comparing Modi’s leadership unfavourably to Gandhi’s, reflecting a growing sentiment of disappointment (5,000 posts, May 11th, 2025).

Economically, the renewed tensions have rattled markets, with the BSE Sensex dropping 2.5% on May 11th after the ceasefire collapsed, reversing gains made earlier on May 10th (Economic Times, May 11th, 2025). Politically, the controversy has given opposition parties like Congress a platform to criticise the Modi government, potentially impacting public opinion ahead of upcoming elections. Nationally, it raises questions about India’s strategic autonomy with analysts like Vishwanath Chakraborty questioning what India gained from the conflict if terrorist groups remain active, as noted in @TheWire (May 11th, 2025).

Globally, the incident has damaged the credibility of US mediation efforts in South Asia, with some X users mocking Trump’s earlier optimism (@GlobalObserver, May 11th, 2025). It also risks further isolating Pakistan diplomatically, as its violation of the ceasefire has drawn international condemnation, including from the UN (UN News, May 11th, 2025).

Conclusion

The India-Pakistan ceasefire of 2025, meant to bring peace, has instead exposed deep fissures in India’s political landscape. Pakistan’s violation within hours and the Modi government’s decision to accept US mediation have drawn sharp criticism, with Congress invoking Indira Gandhi’s legacy to highlight what they see as a compromise of national pride. As tensions linger, India faces the challenge of balancing diplomacy with a firm stance against aggression, ensuring its sovereignty isn’t overshadowed by external pressures.

Call to Action (CTA)

Stay updated on the India-Pakistan ceasefire controversy and its fallout.! Follow and share The Daily Hints for the latest news. #IndiaPakistanCeasefire2025 #CongressSlamsModi

From West Bengal District’s News to Kolkata News, Other States News to Whole India News, International News, Entertainment News to Sports News, Science News to Technology News and all other news updates, follow and Support our news portal The Daily Hints.