During an election rally in Bihar recently, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had stopped India's action on Pakistan -based terrorist bases on the instructions of the then US President Donald Trump. The allegation is part of Gandhi's widespread argument in which he questions the national sovereignty and India's ability to make independent decisions.

Rahul Gandhi cited Trump's statement in which he said that he had ordered Modi to stop military action within 24 hours and according to Trump, Modi followed it in just five hours. The claim shook critics, which say that bowing to external pressure can weaken India's autonomy to deal with the security crises.

Though the allegation involves international diplomacy, it’s deeply rooted in domestic politics. Gandhi used the assertion to question the government’s autonomy and warn of potential compromises on national interests. In a climate where trust in government decisions is vital, this statement adds fuel to political debate. 

While official responses remain pending, the broader context includes Trump’s recurring claims of brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, casting a spotlight on the role of foreign influence in critical geopolitical events. 

As the Bihar elections approach, this assertion puts national security back in public discourse not just as policy, but as a matter of perception. Gandhi’s statement will likely test not just the government’s narrative, but also the voters' confidence in where ultimate decision-making power lies.