The Congress has accused the Narendra Modi government of adopting a "callous attitude" towards national security, viewing it solely for electoral advantage and the prime minister s "self-aggrandisement." Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh alleged that Army Chief General Manoj Pande s remarks, such as continuing talks with China, and the continued threat of cross-border terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, highlight the government s disregard for national security and its impact on the country.