What happened?
On 18 September 2025, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni, addressed the UN Security Council’s quarterly briefing on Afghanistan. He reiterated India’s commitment to promoting peace, stability and development in Afghanistan, highlighting humanitarian aid, capacity-building initiatives, and support for the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). Parvathaneni also cited India’s quick relief response to the recent 6.0 magnitude earthquake, delivery of essential supplies, and scholarships for Afghan students.
Why it matters to India
Afghanistan remains a key priority for India’s regional security and development agenda. By providing humanitarian aid, scholarships and development support, India strengthens its role as a reliable partner of the Afghan people while also safeguarding its own security in the region. The engagement at the UN reinforces India’s diplomatic leadership and commitment to a stable and inclusive Afghanistan.