[By Guancha Observer Network, Ruan Jiaqi]

Following the statement that "Pakistan will not get a drop of water from India," Indian Prime Minister Modi once again made harsh remarks to Pakistan. According to reports by The Times of India and The Hindustan Times on the 26th, at an event held in Bhuj City, Gujarat Province in western India on Monday, Modi delivered a passionate speech, urging the people of Pakistan to rise up against terrorism. He also threatened that if the people of Pakistan do not choose peace and terrorism continues, India will retaliate, and they will experience the anger of the Indian army.

The Indian media reported that this is the first visit by Modi to Gujarat Province, which borders Pakistan, since India launched Operation Sindoor. This province is not only Modi's hometown but also one of the frontlines where both sides were in contention during the conflict in May.

According to reports, Modi delivered his speech at the launch ceremony for large-scale projects involving electricity, ports, and infrastructure in Bhuj City. He claimed that India values tourism, while Pakistan regards terrorism as a source of tourism, sacrificing its citizens' lives and futures for income. He warned that such an attitude is not only destroying Pakistan itself but also poses a serious threat to the world.

Subsequently, Modi made strong remarks to Pakistan, saying, "Terrorism is your government and military's means of making money. The people of Pakistan must stand up to end terrorism. Live happily and peacefully, eat well. Otherwise, my bullets will be aimed at you."

In his speech, Modi also praised Operation Sindoor. He claimed that India's retaliatory action was extremely fierce, leaving Pakistan's air force bases "still in intensive care." He added, "It is our soldiers' bravery that made Pakistan raise the white flag."

On May 26 local time, Modi attended the event wearing a traditional ethnic headscarf from Gujarat Province. Video screenshot from ANI (Asia News International).

The media mentioned that it happened to be the 11th anniversary of Modi's governance. At the rally, he took the opportunity to boast about himself, claiming that under his leadership, India "has surpassed Japan to become the fourth largest economy in the world," while Pakistan is still constantly seeking assistance from the International Monetary Fund. He urged the Pakistani people to reflect on their own situation.

He said, "I want to ask the people of Pakistan, what achievements have you made? Now India is the fourth largest economy in the world, but how is your situation? Those who promote terrorism have ruined your future."

It is worth noting that Modi's claim comes from India's highest public policy think tank, the National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog), which claimed on the 24th that India's economy has grown to $4 trillion, second only to the United States, China, and Germany, surpassing Japan to become the world's fourth largest economy.

However, India's renowned financial media Mint subsequently published an article clarifying that this is not true. It cited data released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in April this year, indicating that India's GDP in the 2025 fiscal year is expected to reach $3.909 trillion, while Japan's GDP in the 2024 calendar year is expected to be $4.026 trillion. Therefore, India is currently still the fifth largest economy in the world. India's claim is based on incorrect conclusions derived from different statistical cycles.

Meanwhile, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is visiting Iran. According to reports by the Pakistani newspaper Dawn, Sharif stated at a joint press conference with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Monday that Pakistan is willing to engage in dialogue with India to "seek solutions" to long-standing issues including the Kashmir dispute, water distribution, and trade.

Screenshot from Dawn's video.

Sharif also praised the Pakistani armed forces, stating that their "heroic actions won the victory in this conflict," and expressed Pakistan's willingness to promote regional peace through negotiations.

"We are willing to engage in peaceful dialogue with neighboring countries regarding water resources. We are also prepared to negotiate to promote trade, and if they are serious, we are prepared to negotiate on counter-terrorism," Sharif said.

Sharif also emphasized that if India makes another "aggressive" move, Pakistan's determination to defend its territory remains unwavering, "just like a few days ago."

"But if they accept my peace proposal, then we will show that we sincerely desire peace," he added.

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