A journalist so unprofessional and full of theatre that a reputable foreign minister couldn’t even stand her. This is, unfortunately, the professionalism of India, and the latest Piers Morgan show proved it. Indian representatives can neither take accountability nor show respect to the opposing parties in a discussion room.
An Egyptian host, Bassem Yousuf, once said on the same Piers Morgan show that “discussion cannot be carried out in a room that has no space for disagreement.” Ironically, the journalist (apparently a reputable one), Barkha Dutt, seems to be one proving it right. Freedom of speech and the right to give a “counter argument” out the window as per convenience?
Anyway, despite the theatrics and the constant “shouting” and “yelling” like Indians do on their own television, there is no doubt that both our representatives — Hina Rabbani Khar (poised former Foreign Minister of Pakistan) and Shehzad Ghias Shaikh (razor sharp writer and host of ‘The Pakistan Experience’) left no stone unturned in exposing the hypocrisy and hollow narratives peddled by India’s self proclaimed duo — Ranveer Allahbadia and Barkha Dutt (whose presence underscored the contrast between rhetoric and reason).
Hina Khar on Uncensored: Piers Morgan’s Act of Neutrality
From the moment the conversation veered into politics, it was clear this wasn’t going to be a polite tea party. It was a clash of intellectual depth versus performative nationalism and it seemed like Piers Morgan decided that he would allow his bias to prevail over credibility and his journalistic duties.
Since the start of the interview, Hina Khar remained true to her values and representation and professionally dismantled India’s sanitised narrative on Kashmir with a stateswoman’s precision. This was interrupted constantly by Barkha Dutt, who seems to be stuck on one question: “Are Lashkar-e-taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist groups who have the freedom to exist in Pakistan?” Hina countered her claim and rebuffed her statement but seemed like Barkha only sought the answer that has been fed to her by her Fascist government.
The Jaffer Express Silence
What’s ironic here is that, when Hina Khar mentioned Jaffar Express and the terrorist killing that took place in Pakistan, the host Piers Morgan seemed to cut her off claiming that it’s “off topic.” Maybe to the host Pakistani lives lost and Hindus dying is not equal and must not be mentioned. Or maybe he already picked sides and decided pre hand which side has “sacrificial lambs” and which side has “innocents.”
Despite the bias prevailing openly, Hina stayed composed and took part in the debate in accordance to ethics. When the topic shifted to Kashmir, Khar offered a clear, historically grounded explanation of Pakistan’s position.
She firmly countered the Indian narrative that dismisses international concerns about Kashmir as “internal matters,” citing global human rights reports and the alarming curtailment of freedoms. Her arguments weren’t confrontational or well “deflective” — they were grounded, diplomatic, and frankly, difficult to refute. The silence on the mention of Modi’s ban and murder of Gujarat being on his hands, showcased it.
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Shehzad Ghias: Comedy as a Weapon of Truth
Then came Shehzad Ghias, Pakistan’s unfiltered voice of youth. While Ranveer fumbled with moral equivalencies and polished yet hollow rhetoric, Ghias eviscerated the Indian establishment with biting humour and unrelenting honesty. He called out India’s jingoism, the silencing of critics and the dangerous Hindutva nationalism that even Dutt was a victim of at one point (Barkha Dutt has a history of running away from “BJP Mob” herself).
“Nothing has gone down faster than Rafael except Barkha Dutt’s credibility,” Ghias declared. The expression on Barkha Dutt’s face at this point proved that it hit a nerve. Ghias also sarcastically pointed out how Ranveer Allahbadia himself was jailed due to a humourous statement and yet he portrays that same government as saints. Shehzad’s dialogues and political humour was commendable and was the exact dose that these “respectful” representatives needed.
A Win for Honest Discourse
This was more than a panel discussion. It was a much-needed correction in the global media narrative that often defaults to India’s PR machinery. For once, Pakistani voices weren’t filtered through Western or Indian lenses — they spoke for themselves, with strength, dignity and clarity.
If this episode showed anything, it’s that Pakistan has intelligent, reasoned voices capable of challenging dominant narratives despite the double standard and bias prevailing on global stage. Perhaps next time the world can get actual professionals and not some howling lady and recently jailed comedian to counter national representatives. Genocide apologists won’t do no good unless of course the goal is to just capitalise on views and not solve the conflict at hand.
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