Once again, Narendra Modi is off on a foreign tour. This time, his destinations are France and Slovakia.
When the country is facing so many challenges, what exactly are the government's priorities?
Young people are frustrated by repeated paper leak scandals. Inflation continues to put pressure on household budgets. Discussions about water shortages and fuel-related concerns are taking place in several parts of the country. Many people feel uncertain about their future.
At such a time, another overseas trip by the Prime Minister has become a subject of debate.
Interestingly, only a few weeks after returning from a lengthy foreign visit, another international tour is already on the schedule. Critics argue that whenever difficult questions arise at home, the Prime Minister is often seen traveling abroad.
The country's youth may be worried about their future, questions may be raised about the economy, and people may be dealing with everyday challenges, yet it appears that international engagements are receiving greater attention than these domestic concerns.
In any case, the trip will go ahead. The real question is what message the Prime Minister will deliver to the world this time, and what answers he will bring back for the people of India.