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Karnataka Minister Criticises Centre’s Foreign Policy Ahead of BRICS Summit
✍️ The News Mill
🗓 11 Sep 2026, 03:36 PM
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Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge has publicly criticised the central government’s foreign policy in the lead‑up to the upcoming BRICS summit.
Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge took to the podium to express his disapproval of the central government’s approach to foreign affairs. He said the current policy does not align with India’s strategic interests ahead of the BRICS summit. Kharge called for a more assertive stance and urged the Centre to reconsider its diplomatic strategies. The remarks come as India prepares to host the BRICS leaders in a series of high‑level meetings.
The minister’s comments were met with mixed reactions from political observers, with some praising the candidness and others warning of potential diplomatic fallout. The central government has not yet responded to the criticism.
The BRICS summit, scheduled for later this month, will see leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa discuss cooperation across various sectors. India's role as a host country places its foreign policy decisions under close scrutiny.
The minister’s comments were met with mixed reactions from political observers, with some praising the candidness and others warning of potential diplomatic fallout. The central government has not yet responded to the criticism.
The BRICS summit, scheduled for later this month, will see leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa discuss cooperation across various sectors. India's role as a host country places its foreign policy decisions under close scrutiny.