Rajnath Singh Opposes IMF Aid to Pakistan, Warns of Terror Funding
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has voiced strong opposition to the IMF's financial assistance to Pakistan, warning that it could inadvertently fund terrorist organizations. He emphasized India's military capabilities and the misuse of global financing for terrorism. Singh urged the IMF to reconsider its aid, highlighting the potential risks associated with supporting Pakistan. His statements reflect India's ongoing concerns about cross-border terrorism and the need for international scrutiny of financial support to nations harboring such threats. Discover more about Singh's remarks and the implications for international relations.
May 16, 2025, 13:31 IST
Rajnath Singh's Strong Stance Against Financial Aid to Pakistan
On Friday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed strong opposition to any financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to Pakistan, cautioning that such aid could potentially fund terrorist organizations operating from its territory. Singh emphasized that the IMF's support might be misused to finance these groups, asserting that Pakistan should not receive any financial help, as it would lead to the sponsorship of terrorism. He urged the IMF to reconsider its decision.
In a pointed statement, Singh highlighted India's concerns regarding the misuse of global financing to support cross-border terrorism. Speaking in Bhuj, he noted that it is significant that the Indian Air Force has the capability to reach every corner of Pakistan, a fact that has been clearly demonstrated. Currently, Indian fighter jets can strike targets within Pakistan without crossing its borders. The world has witnessed how India has successfully destroyed nine terrorist bases located on Pakistani soil, along with several airbases during subsequent operations.
Singh remarked that during 'Operation Sindoor', the Indian Air Force not only showcased its valor but also provided undeniable proof of India's evolved military strategy and technology. He conveyed a message of a new India to the global community. He mentioned that Pakistan itself has acknowledged the power of the BrahMos missile, stating that while there is an old saying in India about 'showing stars in the daytime', the BrahMos missile has illuminated the darkness for the enemy at night.
Encouraging the troops, Singh noted their effective actions against the terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan, but warned that Pakistan is attempting to rebuild the destroyed terrorist networks. He pointed out that the Pakistani government plans to allocate tax revenue from its citizens to fund Masood Azhar, the leader of the terrorist organization Jaish-e-Mohammed, with around fourteen crore rupees, despite him being a UN-designated terrorist.
Furthermore, he stated that the Pakistani government has announced financial support to rebuild terrorist structures associated with groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed. A significant portion of the one billion dollars expected from the IMF will likely be used to fund this terror infrastructure. He questioned whether this would not be considered indirect financing of terrorism by the IMF, an international organization. Singh firmly believes that any economic assistance to Pakistan at this time amounts to financing terrorism. He reiterated India's hope that the IMF would reconsider its one billion dollar aid to Pakistan and refrain from providing any further assistance.