Pak’s Fanatical Mindset is Well Known: India on Pak’s Reference to J&K at UN
In a recent development at the United Nations General Assembly, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish, strongly criticized Pakistan’s reference to Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) as a “disputed territory”. The statement was made by Pakistan’s former Foreign Secretary, who accused India of human rights violations in the region. India’s response was swift and stern, with Harish terming Pakistan’s statement as “unjustified” and highlighting the nation’s “fanatical mindset”.
The incident took place during the ongoing 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly, where world leaders and diplomats are engaged in high-level discussions on various global issues. Pakistan’s former Foreign Secretary, in his statement, made a sweeping accusation against India, claiming that New Delhi’s actions in J&K were a violation of human rights and international law. India, however, was quick to respond, with Harish taking to the floor to express his country’s disappointment and concern over Pakistan’s “baseless” and “malicious” statements.
“We reject the unjustified reference to Jammu and Kashmir by Pakistan’s former Foreign Secretary,” Harish said. “Pakistan’s frequent references to Jammu and Kashmir will not validate its claim or justify its practice of cross-border terrorism. The fanatical mindset of this nation is well known, and it is unfortunate that they continue to pursue a harmful agenda,” he added.
Harish’s remarks came as no surprise, given the long-standing tensions between India and Pakistan over Jammu and Kashmir. The region has been a flashpoint between the two nations for decades, with both countries claiming sovereignty over it. Pakistan has been consistently supporting separatist groups in J&K, which have been waging a violent insurgency against the Indian government.
India, on the other hand, has maintained that J&K is an integral part of its territory and that any attempt to bifurcate it would be unacceptable. The Indian government has also accused Pakistan of sponsoring terrorism in the region, citing numerous instances of cross-border attacks and infiltration by Pakistani militants.
Pakistan’s statement at the UN General Assembly can be seen as an attempt to internationalize the issue and gain global sympathy for its cause. However, India’s response has made it clear that it will not be swayed by Pakistan’s rhetoric and will continue to defend its territorial integrity.
The incident has also highlighted the deep-seated mistrust and animosity between India and Pakistan. The two nations have a long history of conflict, and their relationship has been strained for decades. The Kashmir issue has been a major sticking point, with both sides refusing to budge from their respective positions.
In recent years, the situation in J&K has deteriorated significantly, with terrorist groups launching frequent attacks on Indian security forces and civilians. The Indian government has taken several measures to address the situation, including a military cordon-and-search operation to flush out terrorist groups from the region.
Pakistan, on the other hand, has continued to support these groups, providing them with training, funding, and logistical support. The Pakistani military has also been accused of providing safe haven to these groups, which has led to frequent violations of the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB).
In conclusion, Pakistan’s reference to Jammu and Kashmir at the UN General Assembly has sparked a fresh controversy between India and Pakistan. India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish, has strongly criticized Pakistan’s statement, terming it “unjustified” and highlighting the nation’s “fanatical mindset”. The incident has once again highlighted the deep-seated mistrust and animosity between the two nations, which is unlikely to be resolved anytime soon.
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https://x.com/IndiaUNNewYork/status/1900591971250385143
