PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti criticized the BJP-led government for its approach to Taliban-ruled Afghanistan while allegedly marginalizing Indian Muslims. Amidst India’s efforts to strengthen relations with Afghanistan, including providing educational scholarships, Mufti highlighted the contradictions in the government’s domestic policies, such as the withdrawal of scholarships for Muslim students and the closure of madrasas. She emphasized the importance of fostering trust and equality within India’s diverse society, particularly towards its minority communities. This issue underscores the broader challenge of balancing international diplomacy with domestic social cohesion, reflecting the complex dynamics facing the Indian government as it navigates these intertwined concerns.