Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:30pm on 02 Nov 2025,Sunday India Global
India’s withdrawal from the Ayni Airbase in Tajikistan, its only overseas military facility, has sparked political and strategic debate. The Congress Party criticized the move, calling it a “major diplomatic setback” that undermines India’s influence in Central Asia. The base, developed with Indian investment and technical support, had served as a critical outpost for regional security and strategic reach. Analysts warn that the exit could weaken India’s counter-terrorism and geopolitical leverage, especially as China and Russia expand their footprints in the region. (PC: The Hindu)
