Fazl Urges Modi to Resign After Defeat to Pakistan

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has stirred political debate by calling on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to resign following India's defeat against Pakistan, highlighting the rising regional tensions and domestic criticism faced by the Indian leadership.

• Maulana Fazlur Rehman demands Modi’s resignation after India’s loss to Pakistan

• Criticizes BJP's policies and aggressive stance in South Asia

• Praises Pakistan’s performance both diplomatically and in cricket

• Accuses Modi of using nationalism to hide internal failures

• Connects Modi’s leadership with regional instability and anti-Muslim sentiments

• Says defeat symbolizes the failure of Hindutva politics

• Calls for peace and political maturity in the region

During a press conference held in Islamabad, Maulana Fazlur Rehman strongly criticized Narendra Modi, suggesting that the Indian Prime Minister should step down due to "constant diplomatic failures and humiliation on international platforms — particularly after India’s recent defeat against Pakistan."

“Modi must resign. His aggressive policies have backfired, and this defeat is a clear message from the region,” Fazl stated.

He emphasized that India's failure to dominate Pakistan, whether in politics, sports, or diplomacy, shows the weakening credibility of the Modi-led BJP government.

The backdrop of this statement comes after a high-voltage Pakistan vs. India cricket match, where Pakistan emerged victorious, igniting celebrations across the nation. The match was not just a game; it was seen as a symbol of national pride and a political statement, especially due to the historic rivalry between the two countries.

Fazlur Rehman cleverly used this opportunity to point out Modi’s increasingly unpopular stance towards Pakistan and Muslims.

Maulana Fazl launched a scathing critique of Modi’s Hindutva-driven political ideology, blaming it for:

• Increased Islamophobia in India

• Rising communal violence and internal division

• Escalating tensions with neighboring countries, including Pakistan, China, and Nepal

• Cracking down on freedom of speech and press freedom

He stated that these factors have contributed to India’s weakening global image and regional isolation.

“Modi has failed his people. His politics are based on hatred and fear. It's time for the people of India to demand change.”

Fazl pointed out that under Modi’s leadership:

• India has lost trust among South Asian neighbors

• Failed to engage in meaningful dialogue with Pakistan

• Saw diplomatic setbacks at the UN and OIC platforms

• Engaged in unilateral decisions like revoking Article 370 in Kashmir, worsening the situation

This, according to Fazl, is a clear failure of foreign policy, demanding serious introspection by Indian leadership.

“This is not just about Pakistan’s victory. This is about telling the people of India that they deserve better leadership. One that unites, not divides.”

Fazl called on the Indian public, especially secular and progressive voices, to rise against hate politics and demand leadership that believes in peace, democracy, and pluralism.

In the concluding part of his address, Fazlur Rehman urged both nations to choose peace over politics, stating:

“We must move beyond war rhetoric. Our nations need prosperity, not bombs. Let’s compete in education, economy, and values—not hatred.”

He stressed the need for diplomatic engagement, mutual respect, and regional cooperation, calling out leaders on both sides to think of the future generations.

While many may see Fazlur Rehman’s statement as political opportunism, it undeniably resonates with a growing global concern over Modi’s governance model. Whether it's Pakistan’s cricket win or India’s foreign policy failures, Fazl has used the moment to challenge the very foundation of BJP’s dominance in South Asia.