Narendra Modi remains inimitable in at least two respects. Unfortunately for the prime minister, there would be very few takers for his black humour in this case. It is inconceivable that Mr Modi would be amenable to the idea of giving credit to opponents where it is due. The prime minister remains intent on milking the army’s image to deflect public attention from the monumental failures of his dispensation. The army is Mr Modi’s proverbial fig leaf to cover up his less-than-modest performance.

Source: The Telegraph May 08, 2019 03:33 UTC