New Delhi, October 12 (Daily Kiran) : Senior lawyer and former Solicitor General of India, Harish Salve, has raised concerns about foreign funding and external interference behind certain protests in India. He argues that these efforts aim to destabilize the system and hinder the nation’s progress.
In a recent interview, Salve stated, “Some foreign countries, particularly the United States, are not pleased with India. Is there any doubt about who was behind the turmoil in Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh? Who removed Sheikh Hasina, and who brought in the new Prime Minister? In my opinion, external forces were involved in these events.”
He pointed out that various individuals, including YouTubers, have emerged as leaders of protests in India. Some of these activists reside in Germany and other countries. “Where are they getting the funds for these activities? Organizing protests requires money. I have no doubt that a clear pattern has emerged over the past six to eight months. While the Modi government focuses on addressing the Hormuz crisis, economic growth, technological advancements, and enhancing India’s satellite capabilities, these groups are attempting to obstruct the government’s progress,” he added.
Salve emphasized that it is the government’s responsibility to address such movements. He expressed skepticism about the longevity of these protests, stating, “I do not believe this movement will last long because, in my opinion, it is not a genuine public movement.”
He urged the government to investigate allegations of foreign funding and take appropriate action. However, he questioned whether these protests truly reflect the sentiments of the people. “I am confident that an investigation will be initiated. However, I do not consider this a people’s movement,” he remarked.
Salve noted that he has not seen evidence of widespread public rebellion. He compared these protests to student demonstrations that occurred after exam paper leaks, which garnered public support due to the understanding of students’ struggles. “I do not live in India, and based on what I have observed, I do not see a large-scale public uprising,” he stated.
He criticized the spread of information through YouTube videos and social media, asserting that such claims are often repeated and misrepresented. “I recently watched an interview with the Delhi police’s PR team, which effectively addressed these allegations,” he said.
Salve concluded by asserting that the government must take a firm stance against movements aimed at destabilizing the system. He reiterated his belief that this current protest is not a true reflection of public sentiment and is unlikely to endure.
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