Reports have surfaced suggesting that former US President Donald Trump attempted to contact Prime Minister Narendra Modi on at least four occasions in recent weeks. However, sources indicate that Modi did not respond to these calls.

The reasons behind Modi’s decision to avoid the conversations remain unclear. Analysts suggest it could be linked to India’s focus on strengthening ties with the current US administration under President Joe Biden. Others believe Modi may have wanted to avoid being drawn into Trump’s ongoing political activities as he campaigns for another presidential run.

Diplomatic experts say such incidents are not uncommon in global politics, where leaders carefully manage communication to avoid sending unintended signals. The Indian government has not issued any official statement on the matter, while Trump has also remained silent publicly about the alleged calls.

The development has sparked debate in political circles, with some interpreting it as India’s cautious approach to US domestic politics, especially in the run-up to the American elections.