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Subramanian Swamy Seeks Ban on Cement Imports from Pakistan Over Security Risks

BJP leader Subramanian Swamy has called for a ban on cement imports from Pakistan, arguing that such trade could be used to conceal contraband, weapons and ammunition. His remarks revive a long-running debate over the balance between commercial openness and national security in cross-border trade. The intervention comes at a sensitive moment for India’s trade and security policy, with scrutiny intensifying over import channels that could be exploited by disruptive elements. While the immediate economic impact on cement markets may be limited, the demand adds political pressure to review the security architecture around goods entering the country.