Dr. Shailesh Kumar Giri Slams Tikait Brothers Over Remarks on Indus Waters Treaty, Questions Double Standards
BKB Times: 30 April 2025
Delhi/NCR: Dr. Shailesh Kumar Giri, National Chief Spokesperson and Vice President of the National Core Committee of the Bharatiya Haldhar Kisan Union, has issued a strong press statement targeting Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU) leaders Naresh Tikait and Rakesh Tikait for their recent comments on the Indus Waters Treaty. Giri alleged that the Tikait brothers appeared to be defending Pakistan’s interests, raising concerns about their allegiance.
Dr. Giri sarcastically questioned whether the Tikait Brothers are also operating a branch of BKU in Pakistan, given their sympathetic stance. He further demanded accountability, comparing their controversial remarks with the case of folk singer Neha Singh Rathore, against whom an FIR was filed. He asked, “If Neha Singh Rathore can be penalized, then why not the Tikait Brothers and other political figures who make reckless statements?”
Quoting, “When the blood of tourists and soldiers is spilled, it is not water, but fire that should flow,” he accused the Tikait Brothers of being more interested in media, stage appearances, and opportunistic politics than in true national service. “The day is not far when Indian farmers will see through their real motives and throw them out like a fly from milk,” he stated.
He also commented on the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, expressing deep sorrow and outrage. “Pahalgam – the land where tourists seek peace – was once again rattled by the sound of bullets. Mother India is bleeding again, and now it’s time for a united voice and a firm resolve,” he said.
Referring to Neha Singh Rathore’s controversial questioning in the aftermath of the attack, Dr. Giri said, “Even if her intentions were right, the timing and platform were completely wrong, especially since her content was posted from a Pakistani handle – was that ignorance or something more?”
He then turned his attention to Rakesh Tikait, stating, “He claims to be the voice of farmers, but in times of national crisis, he distracts from unity and drowns in political nonsense. My conscience says strict action must be taken against such behavior.”
Addressing the opposition’s reactions to the attack, Giri criticized some leaders for their apathetic and divisive statements. “Some say ‘do not retaliate immediately,’ others call the government a failure. But where were they during the 26/11 Mumbai attacks or the Hyderabad and Delhi bombings? Did they take any responsibility then?”
He praised India’s current national security efforts, stating, “For over a decade now, there have been near-zero terror attacks in major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Patna, and Varanasi. Intelligence has been 100% successful internally. If a 1% breach happens in remote border areas, should we call it a failure or acknowledge the 99% success?”
Dr. Giri concluded with a call for national unity:
“This is not the time for blame games but for standing together. Our armed forces and intelligence agencies are working tirelessly to keep us safe. Today’s India will not respond with cowardice but with decisive action—even on enemy soil.”
He ended his statement with a firm declaration:
“Let us all say in one voice—Bharat Mata Ki Jai! Unity, resolve, and a fitting response will be our true tribute to the martyrs of Pahalgam. Jai Hind, Jai Bharat.”
