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Suspense Crime, Digital Desk : In a striking critique, senior BJP leader and the party's National Vice President, Baijayant 'Jay' Panda, has described Pakistan as being like "the emperor with no clothes." Speaking at a "Defence Dialogue" event in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, Panda suggested that Pakistan projects an image of strength that doesn't match its internal reality, highlighting its significant economic woes and growing dependence, particularly on China.

Panda elaborated that while Pakistan tries to appear formidable, it's grappling with a severe economic crisis and deep-seated internal conflicts, specifically mentioning the situations in Balochistan, Pashtunistan, and Sindh. He argued that Pakistan's strategy of exporting terrorism has also led to its increasing isolation on the world stage. "Pakistan is like that emperor who has no clothes... they are dependent on only one country for doles, for their existence," Panda stated, clearly referring to China's financial backing.

Drawing a sharp contrast, Panda painted a picture of India as a rising, confident, and self-reliant nation. He pointed to India's strong economic growth, its push for indigenous defense production under the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (self-reliant India) initiative, and a more assertive foreign policy shaped under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.

"India is no longer a soft state," Panda declared, citing decisive actions such as surgical strikes as evidence of India's new, firm stance against cross-border terrorism. He emphasized that India is now focused on its own development and strengthening its global position, while Pakistan, he implied, remains caught in its internal issues and an outdated approach to regional affairs.

Panda's remarks highlight a narrative of an ascendant India, increasingly sure of its capabilities and global standing, versus a Pakistan perceived as struggling with internal stability, economic viability, and international credibility, becoming ever more reliant on external support to stay afloat.


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