MEA dismisses Modi-Epstein link as trashy ruminations in Epstein files
MEA dismisses Modi-Epstein link as trashy ruminations in Epstein files
India’s MEA rejects Modi-Epstein links as trashy ruminations from a convicted criminal, while DOJ materials surface, urging calm and clarity.
The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday rejected any suggestion that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is connected to Jeffrey Epstein’s leaked records, calling the references trashy ruminations from a convicted criminal and urging that they be dismissed with the utmost contempt.
The statement came as U.S. authorities released additional materials related to Epstein, though India insisted there is no credible link to Modi and no substantiated basis for the claims circulating in public discourse. The government underscored that Modi’s official record and actions as a state actor are documented separately from unverified documents associated with Epstein.
Politically, the issue drew attention from opposition voices seeking clarification, while the government reiterated its position that there is no basis for linking the prime minister to Epstein’s records. Officials stressed the importance of relying on verified information rather than conjecture amplified by leaked materials.
Analysts noted that the episode highlights how leaked files can fuel misinformation and how authoritative denials are intended to prevent unfounded narratives from taking hold. By reaffirming its stance, the government aims to preserve public trust while allowing investigators to proceed with any legitimate inquiries through proper channels.
