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Owaisi Mocks BJP Over PM Modi's Uzbekistan Honor, Citing Babur's Origin
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Moneycontrol•31-08-2026, 12:27
Owaisi Mocks BJP Over PM Modi's Uzbekistan Honor, Citing Babur's Origin
- •AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticized the BJP after PM Modi received Uzbekistan's highest state honor, the Order of “Oliy Darajali Dustlik”.
- •Owaisi highlighted Uzbekistan's historical connection to Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire, who was born in the Fergana Valley, now in Uzbekistan.
- •He congratulated the BJP, sarcastically noting that the country from which Babur originated had honored the Prime Minister.
- •Owaisi urged the Sangh Parivar and RSS supporters to reflect on their past criticisms of Babur, given the award from his homeland.
- •PM Modi thanked Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev for the recognition, emphasizing India and Uzbekistan's commitment to working together for the Global South and humanity.
Key Questions Answered
The "Oliy Darajali Dustlik" is Uzbekistan's highest state honour. It was awarded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his contributions to strengthening the historic friendship and comprehensive political partnership between India and Uzbekistan. The word "Dostlik" means friendship.
Babur, who established the Mughal Empire in India, was born in the Fergana Valley, which is located in present-day Uzbekistan. He was the king of the Fergana province in Uzbekistan. Babur was expelled from his original region, including Fergana and Samarkand, by rival enemies.
