AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi has joined the Indian government’s all-party delegation tasked with presenting India’s stance on terrorism to key international partners. The delegation, formed in the wake of Operation Sindoor, aims to convey a unified national message against cross-border terrorism and highlight Pakistan’s role in sponsoring extremist activities.
India’s Diplomatic Push Against Terrorism
The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs announced that the delegation will visit the UK, France, Belgium, Germany, Italy, and Denmark to engage with foreign governments and security agencies on India’s counterterrorism efforts.
Owaisi emphasized that the mission transcends party affiliations, stating, “This is not about any party affiliation… We are representing the Government of India and our country.” He further criticized Pakistan’s long-standing involvement in terrorism, urging the United States to designate The Resistance Front (TRF) as a terrorist organization.
Key Delegation Members
The delegation includes prominent leaders from across the political spectrum:
- Shashi Tharoor (Congress)
- Ravi Shankar Prasad (BJP)
- Sanjay Kumar Jha (JD-U)
- Baijayant Panda (BJP)
- Kanimozhi Karunanidhi (DMK)
- Supriya Sule (NCP)
- Shrikant Eknath Shinde (Shiv Sena)
- Asaduddin Owaisi (AIMIM)
Owaisi’s Criticism of Pakistan and US Policy
Owaisi did not hold back in his remarks about Pakistan, accusing it of destabilizing South Asia through terror networks. He also questioned the US’s trade relations with Pakistan, stating, “Pakistan’s trade with the US is worth only $10 billion, whereas for India it is over $150 billion. Is it a joke? Can America guarantee that Pakistan will not carry out terror attacks on us anymore?”.
Additionally, Owaisi expressed dissatisfaction with the US announcing a ceasefire instead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, arguing that India should have taken the lead in global security discussions.
Conclusion
The delegation’s visit is expected to strengthen India’s diplomatic outreach and reinforce its zero-tolerance policy on terrorism. With Operation Sindoor marking a decisive shift in India’s counterterrorism strategy, the delegation aims to reshape global narratives on Pakistan’s role in fostering extremism.
