India has launched its international outreach by sending three of seven all-party delegations overseas on Wednesday. Their mission is to present India’s firm stand against terrorism and explain the goals of Operation Sindoor.
Leaders Get Briefed Before Departure
On Tuesday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri briefed the delegations led by Sanjay Jha (JDU), Kanimozhi Karunanidhi (DMK), and Shrikant Shinde (Shiv Sena). Meanwhile, the remaining teams are set to receive their briefings today.
Earlier, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju had announced the names of seven Members of Parliament selected to represent India in this outreach. Their task is to highlight India’s “zero-tolerance against terrorism” on a global platform.
Shrikant Shinde’s Delegation Leaves for UAE
Today, Shrikant Shinde’s team is leaving for the United Arab Emirates. Later, they will also visit Congo, Sierra Leone, and Liberia. The delegation includes BJP MPs Bansuri Swaraj, Manan Kumar Mishra, and SS Ahluwalia, along with BJD’s Sasmit Patra, IUML’s ET Mohammed Basheer, and Ambassador Sujan Chinoy.
Ministry Highlights Pakistan’s Role in Terrorism
During the briefing, the Foreign Ministry strongly emphasized that terrorism—whether direct or indirect—traces back to Pakistan. Officials noted, “India has suffered the consequences of cross-border terrorism for over 40 years.”
Moreover, they recalled how India provided vital evidence in 2008 terror cases, including DNA reports and phone records. However, Pakistan offered little cooperation in return.
India Follows a “New Normal” Strategy
Furthermore, the officials explained that India has adopted a “new normal” in its approach toward Pakistan. This updated strategy reflects a stronger and more assertive stance on national security.
Indus Waters Treaty Discussed in New Context
Additionally, the briefing touched on the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). Officials said the treaty, signed in the 1960s, no longer fits present-day challenges. They pointed to climate change and declining water levels as growing concerns.
They added that India has been working to revise the treaty for the past two years. According to the officials, “the trust and friendship, which was largely the basis of the pact, do not exist between the two countries now.”
