Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday questioned the Congress party about who prevented India’s military response following the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, attributing the country’s high toll from terrorism to the Congress-led UPA government’s policies from 2004 to 2014. He emphasized that the then-government’s decision to favor diplomatic responses over military action, influenced by global powers, compromised national security. Modi contrasted this with the current government’s assertive stance, citing the recent Operation Sindoor as evidence of India’s commitment to counter-terrorism. He also highlighted ongoing infrastructure developments in Mumbai, underscoring a vision for a developed India. This discourse illustrates the political narrative surrounding national security and development, framing the current government as proactive compared to previous administrations.