What happened?
The government announced that seven all-party delegations would visit various countries later this month to rally global support for India’s fight against terrorism from Pakistan and to isolate Islamabad internationally. Three of these delegations will be headed by Opposition leaders.
The delegations will be led by Shashi Tharoor, Ravi Shankar Prasad, Baijayant Panda, Sanjay Kumar Jha, Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, Supriya Sule, and Shrikant Eknath Shinde.
The delegations are set to visit key partner countries, including members of the UN Security Council, to project India’s national consensus and resolute approach to combating terrorism.
Why it matters to India
This initiative showcases India’s united stance against cross-border terrorism and its proactive efforts to engage with key international partners on this critical issue. By sending all-party delegations, India aims to reinforce its message of zero-tolerance against terrorism and build international support for its counter-terrorism efforts. This is significant as it strengthens India’s diplomatic efforts to address its security concerns and seek cooperation on combating terrorism.