Pakistan, Aug. 12 -- India's continued refusal to engage Pakistan has raised questions about the future of bilateral relations. The policy reflects a broader shift under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. According to the analysis, India's approach has become more hostile since Modi took office in 2014. The writer argues that New Delhi has shown little interest in restoring meaningful dialogue. This stance continues despite shared economic, security and environmental challenges.

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