It is well-known that American President Donald Trump failed in his attempts to make India sign a trade deal on his own terms. But is his recent ‘Trumpasura’ (demonic) avatar against India fueled only by that? Or could there be other reasons? Imposing import tariffs is one thing, but resorting to foul language to abuse India, its government, and its people is quite another. Why are Trump and his handpicked staff (Scott Bessent, Peter Navarro, Marco Rubio) constantly blaming and screaming at India in such derogatory terms, more so than any other nation? Why is the official American narrative flowing so recklessly?
A “loose tongue” and foul language are nothing new for America. In fact, their future plots are often hidden better behind “foul-mouthed” outbursts than in moments of “honeyed words but bitter hearts.” Do you remember when Twitter founder Jack Dorsey visited India a few years ago and brandished a ‘Smash Brahminical Patriarchy’ poster? Following that, India saw an intensity in quota struggles, ethnic riots, and divisive caste politics. Roars of “We will destroy Sanatana Dharma” grew louder.
Now, Peter Navarro—a foul-mouthed Deep-State figure and Trump’s trade advisor—claiming that “Brahmins are profiteering from oil exports at the expense of Indians” is no coincidence. The argument that “Navarro spoke in the context of the ‘Boston Brahmins’ (the American wealthy elite)” is childish. That isn’t some hidden supreme knowledge unknown to anyone. Note this: Navarro didn’t say “Boston Brahmins”; he just said “Brahmins.” His followers argue it means the same thing. To date, there is no instance of the U.S. government using the word “Brahmins” to describe the “elite” in its public statements. Why did they suddenly remember that word now?
Navarro is not so foolish as to not realize that “Brahmin” is a specific community and using that word in the Indian context could trigger wrong meanings and public misunderstandings. He made that statement intentionally, knowing exactly what he was doing. Furthermore, he hasn’t claimed, “I meant it in the sense of Boston Brahmins.” It is his Indian lackeys who are saying that. Instead of spitting on Navarro’s face, why are these people lamenting, “Oh! Haven’t you heard the phrase Boston Brahmins until now? Chi, what ignorance!”? Why the need to provide justifications for an American’s offensive statement? Navarro’s words offer a clue to a secret American plan. It might be a subtle command to their lackeys in India: “You guys start your work.” In English, such “sick ’em” orders are called “Dog-Whistling.” Trump might be blowing the whistle through Navarro.
Observe Navarro’s words carefully: “Brahmins are profiteering at the expense of the Indian people.” According to him, “Brahmins” are one thing and “Indian people” are another. This is a re-application of the divisive political weapons of the colonial era. Even if we assume he meant “only the rich,” aren’t India’s wealthy also Indians? Aren’t the public sector petroleum companies Indian? Aren’t there companies in America that import and export? Is the profit from America’s petroleum exports being distributed on the streets based on caste and race? If India had shut down its companies and given America everything they asked for, would India be “Great” then? While the statements of those Trump has “set loose” may not require serious analysis, the fact that there are forces in our country responding to this “dog-whistle” is a matter of concern.
The forces sharpening their swords against India are no ordinary powers. “America” doesn’t just mean the President. It includes the powerful CIA and other intelligence agencies, powerful corporate lobbies, the Big-Tech network, influential billionaires, a strong missionary network, a mighty military, the military-industrial complex, a powerful Deep-State network, and a large global army of those lured by them—all of this put together constitutes the American Superpower. This power has a tainted history of toppling governments in many countries. If the Republican Party stands for the Evangelical missionary lobby, the Democratic Party stands for Woke-Liberal left-extremism. The “Common Enemy” for both factions is “India and Sanatana Dharma.” It is no secret that the CIA has been instigating unrest and riots within India for the last eight decades. It now appears as though all these forces have declared war against India.
There are various analyses as to why Donald Trump has turned against India more than any other country. “India trading with Russia” is just a lame excuse. China, the European Union, and Russia still maintain large-scale trade relations. America itself—the Trump administration itself—is buying Uranium from Russia. Another argument is that the fear and frustration over the declining dominance of the American Dollar is the cause of Trump’s ruckus. While that could be a reason for Trump’s “Global Trade War,” the Dollar dimension doesn’t explain why he has turned against India more than any other nation.
Before ‘Operation Sindhoor,’ there were extensive talks between India and America to reach a trade agreement, and a middle-ground formula was almost ready. As soon as India cornered Pakistan in ‘Operation Sindhoor,’ Donald Trump’s family, which was preparing to profit from cryptocurrency trade in Pakistan, was startled. Trump’s antics intensified. Childish statements like “I stopped the war by showing India the carrot of trade, and India should get me the Nobel Peace Prize” increased. This is only what is visible on the surface. The underlying matter might be different.
Though his expressions seem childish, Trump is actually a highly cunning individual. He is an expert at using people and countries for his own benefit and then discarding them. This situation should be understood like a child who is irritated for one reason but starts crying and throwing a tantrum for another. Finding out why the child is actually crying is more important than what the child is asking for. Look closely. For the powers that secured Nobels for the Pakistani girl Malala, Yasser Arafat, Barack Obama, and the American Deep-State lackey Muhammad Yunus, is it so hard to get one for themselves? It is no secret that Nobel Peace Prizes are being given as part of a political strategy. There is no dignity left in that award, which is now famous as the “Un-peace Prize.” No wise person takes it seriously. Does Donald Trump need to beg Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a “nomination” to get that? Does he not know other ways and means?
There must be other reasons behind Trump’s tirade. What are those “real” reasons? There are many speculations. According to one argument circulating on social media: “For many years, America was secretly running a ‘Nuclear Command and Control Center’ inside Pakistan. It was in a top-secret underground base built under the Nur Khan Airbase in Chaklala, near Rawalpindi. Inside, along with Pakistanis, there were several American technicians and staff. During Operation Sindhoor, Indian defense forces, while successfully targeting and destroying Pakistani bases with precision, hit the underground base while destroying the Nur Khan Airbase—perhaps unknowingly—causing significant loss to America along with Pakistan.” This is an opinion expressed by some online sources. Its veracity is unknown. If this is true, it is a matter of pride for India and a matter of extreme anger and humiliation for America. There is also the suspicion of whether their “true colors” have been revealed and the helplessness of not being able to speak publicly about their loss. Not knowing how to react to this, Trump might be acting like he’s lost his mind. Sources say he might be enraged with the Indian government and the Indian military. American officials have not clarified whether this news is true or not.
Now, India’s mantra of ‘Atmanirbharta’ (Self-reliance) has started bearing fruit. Despite hurdles, the lives of Indians are not as devastated as in other countries. An unannounced economic recession has begun in America. The burden of foreign debt is severe. Jobs are collapsing. Europe’s economy is on a downward slope. Eastern countries like Japan and Korea are not seeing their usual economic progress. China is exhausted by political and economic challenges. Let’s not even talk about African countries. Although oil-producing Arab countries are making some progress, they are struggling politically and diplomatically, caught between America, Russia, and China, not knowing which way to lean. India’s neighboring countries are suffering from severe political and economic crises. Amidst all these global hardships, India is the only country in the world to achieve 7.8% economic growth!
If favorable conditions continue, by 2030, we can expect India’s image in the economic and military sectors to improve significantly. “If everything goes well,” India could grow into an $8-10 trillion economy by 2032. Currently, India doesn’t stand to lose much from American import tariffs. It is estimated that there might be a temporary variation of 0.4% in our GDP. In this context, will jealous nations remain quiet without creating new challenges and obstacles for India’s progress? Foreign games must be observed in this light.
American foreign policy is as simple as it is complex: “Our enemies must be destroyed, and our friends must be at our feet.” This is its only policy; everything else is just an exercise to achieve it. As Henry Kissinger once said, “To be an enemy of America can be dangerous, but to be a friend is fatal!” Internal stability and security concerns may arise from America’s anti-India mischief. Between America on one side and China on the other—both untrustworthy powers—India must fight for its strategic autonomy, economic independence, administrative stability, and national sovereignty.
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