New Delhi: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Tuesday sharply criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Lok Sabha speech on the West Asia conflict, claiming it revealed a leader who appeared “depressed” and had “lost control” just 25 days after the war began.
Addressing reporters, Raut analyzed Modi’s demeanor during Monday’s address. “Modi ji came to the House 25 days after the war started, and when we observed his body language, his mannerisms, and his way of speaking, we all felt that Modi ji is in depression. Modi ji has lost control, and his mindset doesn’t seem like he wants to stay in power for much longer. Modi will leave on his own,” he said.
Raut further called for debate in response to Modi’s 25-minute Lok Sabha speech. “A debate should happen. Such a big problem is before the world and the country. You yourself said the situation that existed during Corona could return once more. If you want to inform the public and the country about a serious situation, then there should be a debate,” he said.
In his address, Modi described the conflict as “worrisome,” highlighting risks to India’s economy, security, and humanitarian interests due to heavy reliance on crude oil and gas from the region. He underscored the need for long-term preparedness and detailed India’s diplomatic efforts to urge de-escalation, while condemning attacks on civilians, commercial vessels, and blockages of critical waterways like the Strait of Hormuz.
