April 2007. New Delhi stood tall and self-assured. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, the quiet architect of India’s economic rise, hosted the SAARC summit with characteristic calm. The Indian economy was on an upswing, diplomacy was bearing fruit, and across the border, even Pakistan seemed to be catching a breeze of reform — liberalizing markets, confronting extremism, and flirting with federal devolution.
Now, 2025. The subcontinent tells a very different story. Against all odds — and despite persistent challenges — Pakistan has carved out its own path. It’s not perfect, not linear, but it’s real: shaped by the grit of its people, the missteps and courage of its leaders, and the complicated dance of international influence.
And here’s the twist in the tale: one name, long overlooked, now deserves a surprising note of gratitude.
Narendra Modi.
Yes, the very man whose policies were designed to isolate, pressure, and outpace Pakistan has—paradoxically—served as a catalyst for its resurgence. Each act meant to project Indian supremacy ended up sharpening Pakistan’s resolve, credibility, and confidence.
So, on Modi’s 75th birthday, here are ten reasons why many in Pakistan might be thanking him today—not with sarcasm, but with strategic clarity.
1. Shattering the Secular Facade:
For years, Pakistan’s warnings about the cracks in India’s secular image were waved off as propaganda. But Narendra Modi hasn’t just scratched the surface—he’s blown it wide open. From the riots of Gujarat in 2002 to the political flashpoints of Bihar in 2025, the pattern is undeniable. Today, it’s not Pakistani journalists raising the alarm on international media and other Western outlets documenting the systematic erosion of minority rights in India. The world is finally waking up to a reality we’ve been calling out for decades.
2. Acknowledging the Reality of Partition:
Partition was an agonizing divide, yet its rationale—protecting minority communities—has never seemed more relevant. While the Indian Constitution guarantees equality, everyday realities tell a harsher story. From caste-based violence to vigilantism, the echoes of the Two-Nation Theory reverberate not only in Pakistani history books but also dominate headlines across India today.
3. Grateful for the Clarity on Kashmir:
Decades of diplomacy, protests, and international appeals had their limits. But it was Modi’s bold move to revoke Article 370 that truly changed the game—not just for India, but for Kashmir’s own self-realization. The illusion of autonomy has been shattered. Today, Kashmir’s youth don’t need anyone to tell them where they stand—they see it clearly for themselves.
4. Gratitude for the 2019 Tea Diplomacy
You sent a pilot; we offered tea. The world witnessed grace, patience, and true hospitality. Abhinandan’s return went beyond diplomacy—it became a triumph of public perception. While India debated Rafales, we delivered a powerful message of calm and dignity.
5.Trusting Us to Own the Skies:
2019 was just the teaser. 2025 delivered the full blockbuster. A flawless 6-0 streak in the air is now history in the defense playbook. You showed up with the jets—we showed up with the wins. And the world witnessed how the underdog outflew the giant.
6. Thanks for the Lesson in Bloc Diplomacy—Even if Unintentionally:
India attempted to navigate both Western and Eastern alliances—balancing between QUAD and BRICS, Russia and the U.S., Israel and Palestine. The outcome? A kind of strategic confusion. Meanwhile, Pakistan took away a clear lesson: in diplomacy, consistency is the real currency.
7. Teaching Us Economic Caution:
India’s tariff-heavy protectionism and the ambitious “Make in India” campaign backfired spectacularly—hurting exporters and alienating trade partners alike. Cheap oil and muddled foreign policy didn’t impress the markets. We learned a vital lesson: don’t promise every dish if you can’t keep the kitchen organized.
8. Stepping Back from South Asia’s Leadership:
Once the undisputed regional heavyweight, India under Modi chose withdrawal—skipping summits, pointing fingers, and relinquishing influence. Every empty seat was an opportunity for Pakistan to step up, reconnect, and reclaim diplomatic space.
9. Making Indian Media a Global Punchline:
A nation’s media is its mirror. While Indian outlets turned into mouthpieces, Pakistan’s press gained respect and credibility. The world took note. No need for us to shout—your anchors’ theatrics made Pakistan appear more composed by comparison.
10. Reviving Muslim World Solidarity:
From cozying up to Netanyahu to Israeli drones over Gaza, your optics were clear—and costly. The Muslim world, once enchanted by India’s markets, rediscovered Pakistan’s principled stand. You lost moral capital; we found ours.
Conclusion: Modi Gave Pakistan What It Couldn’t Get Alone—Clarity:
No leader in recent memory has had a bigger unintended impact on Pakistan’s diplomatic posture, national unity, and global image than Narendra Modi. His policies, aimed at isolating Pakistan, ended up galvanizing it. From military confrontations to diplomatic miscalculations, Modi gave Pakistan moments to shine, reframe, and rebound.
So here’s a sincere note of thanks—from across the border. Not because we agree with you. But because your actions, driven by aggression and optics, triggered Pakistan’s own mirror moment. You helped us stand straighter, think smarter, and aim higher.
