Top US Commander General Stanley McChrystal has warned against the destabilising effects of increasing 'Indian influence' in Afghanistan, saying it could further escalate tension in the region of high-stake importance to the United States.
"Indian political and economic influence is increasing in Afghanistan, including significant development efforts and financial investment," he revealed in a report submitted to Pentagon on ways to arrest the declining situation in Afghanistan.
In addition, the current Afghan government is perceived to be pro-Indian, he added. Indian activities and "increasing Indian influence in Afghanistan is likely to exacerbate regional tensions," he said, fearing serious Pakistani concerns in response to the development. The US media has said McChrystal is likely to ask for additional resources to control expanding Taliban insurgency in Afghanistan.