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Naravane backs RSS stance on dialogue with Pakistan citing people to people ties and track two diplomacy
Politics
Published on 13 May 2026
Track two diplomacy and sports links, Naravane says
Former army chief Manoj Naravane has backed RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale’s call for engaging Pakistan, arguing that friendship among common people can strengthen national ties. Naravane highlights people-to-people contact, including sports, and “track two” diplomacy as key tools. While India prefers peace, he adds that force can be used if disputes demand it.
- Naravane supports RSS remarks advocating engagement with Pakistan
- People-to-people ties, including sports, are seen as crucial
- Track two diplomacy is highlighted as a pressure release valve
- Peace is preferred, but force remains an option if needed
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