Delhi CM does not speak for India: Govt as Singapore objects to Kejriwal’s remark on Covid strain

The central government said on Wednesday that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal “does not speak for India” after the Singapore government summoned the Indian envoy and conveyed “strong objection” to remarks regarding a coronavirus variant in the country.

“Singapore and India have been solid partners in the fight against Covid-19. Appreciate Singapore’s role as a logistics hub and oxygen supplier. Their gesture of deploying military aircraft to help us speaks of our exceptional relationship,” wrote India foreign minister S Jaishankar on Twitter.

“However, irresponsible comments from those who should know better can damage long-standing partnerships. So, let me clarify – Delhi CM does not speak for India,” he added.