Vacate Indian Territory,’ India Replies to Pak’s J&K Remarks on PM Modi’s Podcast
Pakistan has been known for its habitual hostility towards India, particularly when it comes to the issue of Jammu and Kashmir. Recently, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan made some comments on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s podcast, criticizing India’s decision to abrogate Article 370 and bifurcate the state into two Union Territories. However, India has not taken these comments lying down.
In a sharp rebuke, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has asked Pakistan to “vacate Indian territory under its illegal occupation” instead of spreading lies and promoting terrorism. The MEA’s response comes after Pakistan PM Imran Khan’s comments on PM Modi’s podcast, where he accused India of committing atrocities in Kashmir and trying to suppress the voices of the Kashmiris.
MEA’s Reaction
In a statement, the MEA said, “Instead of spreading lies, Pakistan should vacate Indian territory under its illegal occupation. The world is aware of the real issue, which is Pakistan’s active promotion and support to cross-border terrorism.” The statement also added that Pakistan’s claims about human rights violations in Kashmir are baseless and fabricated.
The MEA’s reaction is a clear indication that India will not tolerate any kind of propaganda or misinformation about the situation in Kashmir. India has always maintained that the situation in Kashmir is a result of Pakistan’s aggression and terrorism, and not due to any human rights violations by the Indian government.
Pakistan’s Claims
Pakistan PM Imran Khan, in his comments on PM Modi’s podcast, had accused India of committing atrocities in Kashmir and trying to suppress the voices of the Kashmiris. He also claimed that India’s decision to abrogate Article 370 was a violation of international laws and human rights.
However, India has consistently maintained that the situation in Kashmir is not a human rights issue, but a matter of national security. The Indian government claims that Pakistan has been using terrorism as a tool to threaten India’s security and sovereignty, and that the situation in Kashmir is a result of Pakistan’s aggression.
MEA’s Statement in Context
The MEA’s statement is significant because it comes after Pakistan PM Imran Khan’s comments on PM Modi’s podcast. Pakistan has been trying to internationalize the Kashmir issue, but India has consistently maintained that the issue is a bilateral one and that there is no scope for third-party mediation.
The MEA’s statement also comes at a time when India is celebrating the first anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370. The move has been widely praised in India as a bold step towards integrating Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country.
Pakistan’s Obfuscation
Pakistan’s claims about human rights violations in Kashmir are baseless and fabricated. The Indian government has consistently maintained that the situation in Kashmir is peaceful and that there is no human rights crisis in the state.
Pakistan’s allegations about human rights violations in Kashmir are also contradicted by independent reports from human rights organizations. For example, the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has consistently praised India’s human rights record in Kashmir, saying that the situation is peaceful and that there is no religious persecution in the state.
Conclusion
In conclusion, India’s sharp rebuke to Pakistan’s remarks on PM Modi’s podcast is a clear indication that the country will not tolerate any kind of propaganda or misinformation about the situation in Kashmir. Pakistan’s claims about human rights violations in Kashmir are baseless and fabricated, and the MEA’s statement has rightly asked Pakistan to vacate Indian territory under its illegal occupation.
The world is aware of the real issue, which is Pakistan’s active promotion and support to cross-border terrorism. India will continue to assert its sovereignty and territorial integrity, and will not allow Pakistan to internationalize the Kashmir issue.
