New Delhi, Oct 10 (NationPress) In light of the Bihar poll schedule announcement, Congress MP Tariq Anwar addressed reports of uncertainty within the INDIA Bloc, asserting that there is no disagreement concerning seat sharing and that discussions are ongoing.

In an interview with IANS, Anwar stated, “There is no confusion in the INDIA Bloc. Discussions are ongoing, and talks are being held. With the election approaching, it is not essential to rush into any decisions.”

He also commented on the Election Commission's recent statement indicating it had not received any grievances from voters in Bihar concerning the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), suggesting that only individuals in Delhi seemed to express concern, which was a pointed remark towards those challenging the process.

Anwar remarked, “A request has been made to publish the list of individuals whose names have been deleted, along with the reasons for their removal. We urge the Election Commission to disclose why names were removed, how the process was conducted, and the basis for such actions.”

He also weighed in on the U.S. government's clarification that a recent amendment to an existing military contract would not lead to the delivery of new Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs) to Pakistan, labeling Pakistani media reports regarding the deal as “false.”

“Our foreign policy must guarantee that such weapons are not supplied to Pakistan by any nation, as they could be utilized against India. The Ministry of External Affairs and the Government of India need to monitor this closely,” Anwar emphasized to IANS.

Addressing the suicide of IPS officer Puran Kumar, whose spouse alleged he faced caste-based discrimination, Anwar expressed, “If there is any truth to this, it is highly concerning. If his wife has made such allegations, there must be some validity. The government should act decisively. The treatment of Dalits is incredibly unfortunate.”

On the visit of Taliban foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to India, where he met External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and assured that Afghanistan would not permit terrorists to exploit its territory, Anwar stated, “This is a positive development. India should uphold strong and constructive relations with its neighbors.”

Meanwhile, EAM S Jaishankar engaged with his Afghan counterpart Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi, discussing India's support for Afghanistan's development, bilateral trade, territorial integrity, independence, people-to-people ties, and capacity-building, among other matters.

EAM Jaishankar affirmed that Muttaqi's visit to India represents a “significant step” in enhancing bilateral relations. He also announced the provision of five ambulances to Afghanistan.

After the discussions, EAM Jaishankar posted on X, “Pleased to meet FM Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi of Afghanistan today in New Delhi. This visit marks an important step in advancing our ties and affirming the enduring India-Afghanistan friendship. We discussed India’s support for Afghanistan’s development, our bilateral trade, territorial integrity, independence, people-to-people ties, and capacity building. India will elevate its Technical Mission in Kabul to the status of the Embassy of India.”