New Delhi, March 23 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a pointed critique against the Congress party’s former policies during his address at the TV9 Network's 'What India Thinks Today Summit'.

During the session titled "India and the World", he remarked on India’s escalating global prominence amidst ongoing international disputes, stressing the importance of national unity and judiciousness.

In his keynote speech, the Prime Minister accused the previous Congress-led UPA administration of issuing oil bonds as a temporary fix to mask fuel price increases and maintain political control, instead of tackling the nation’s fuel issues with responsibility.

He emphasized that his government has borne this inherited burden over the past five to six years, resulting in costs far exceeding initial predictions. Originally estimated at approximately Rs 1.48 lakh crore, the actual financial load surpassed Rs 3 lakh crore due to interests and repayments.

The Prime Minister pointed out that while Congress leaders often criticize his administration, they remain silent on this critical issue.

Reflecting on global challenges, PM Modi remarked that conflicts and geopolitical tensions impact everyone, yet some politicians exploit these situations for self-serving purposes. He called for restraint and sensitivity, likening it to the collective effort witnessed during the Covid-19 pandemic, which produced favorable results. He asserted that India must confront current challenges with the same spirit of unity.

PM Modi highlighted India’s unique position in a fragmented world, fostering connectivity and collaboration with countries globally. When queried about India’s stance, he affirmed: “We stand with India. We stand with peace. We stand with dialogue.”

He criticized how political self-interest can overshadow national welfare, contrasting it with what he described as the Congress era’s focus on maintaining power at the expense of public hardship.

PM Modi commended the clarity in India’s foreign policy and strategy, which, he noted, has gained admiration worldwide even amid ongoing conflicts.

Quoting the Indian proverb “Saanch ko aanch nahin” (truth fears no fire), he asserted the significance of honest governance.

He further emphasized India's rapid economic growth and its pivotal role in shaping global discussions.

This address reaffirmed the government's commitment to rectifying past financial mismanagement while positioning India as a responsible, peace-oriented nation on the world stage.