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India Gazette
6 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
All-party delegation meets Saudi Arabia's Minister of State, underscores India's stance against terrorism
Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 28 (ANI): The all-party delegation, led by BJP MP Baijayant Jay Panda, met Saudi Arabia's Minister of State Adel Al-Jubeir on Wednesday and underscored India's strong stance against terrorism. During the meeting, the Indian delegation appreciated Saudi Arabia's stance against terrorism. 'The All-Party delegation led by @PandaJay met H.E. Adel Al-Jubeir, Minister of State @KSAmofaEN. The delegation appreciated Saudi stand against terrorism & underscored India's strong position against terrorism, including zero tolerance & new normal approach against terrorism,' Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia posted on X. The all-party delegation includes BJP MPs Nishikant Dubey, Phangnon Konyak, Rekha Sharma, Satnam Singh Sandhu, AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi and former diplomat Harsh Shringla. The Members of Parliament visited the Shura Council in Saudi Arabia and met Deputy Speaker Mishaal Al-Sulami and Iran India Friendship Committee Chair Major General Abdulrahman Alharbi on Wednesday and conveyed India's strong position against terrorism. In a post on X, the Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia stated, 'The All-Party delegation led by @PandaJay visited @ShuraCouncil_SA & met Dy. Speaker H.E. Dr. Mishaal Al-Sulami & Maj. Gen. Abdulrahman Alharbi, Chair of the India - Iran Friendship Committee. The delegation conveyed India's strong position against terrorism & discussed b/l cooperation.' Baijayant Jay Panda emphasised that India and Saudi Arabia share a 'dynamic partnership' rooted in trust, shared interests and a growing strategic bond. 'India & Saudi Arabia share a dynamic partnership rooted in trust, shared interests & a growing strategic bond. Along with our all-party delegation colleagues, had a meaningful exchange at @ShuraCouncil_SA with Deputy Speaker H.E. Dr. Mishaal Al-Sulami & Maj. Gen. Abdulrahman Alharbi, Chair of the Saudi-India Friendship Committee -- conveying India's unwavering stand against terrorism & exploring avenues for deeper bilateral cooperation,' Panda posted on X. On Tuesday, the all-party delegation arrived in Riyadh. The delegation was warmly welcomed by Maj Gen Abdulrahman Alharbi, Chair of the India-Saudi Arabia Council Friendship Committee of the Shura Council. 'India's stand on terrorism is resolute & uncompromising -- a message we bring to Saudi Arabia with our all-party delegation. Appreciate the warm welcome by H.E. Maj. Gen. Abdulrahman Alharbi, Chair of the Friendship Committee Shura Council, as we begin key engagements to strengthen our growing partnership,' Panda wrote on X. This all-party delegation, consisting of seven groups led by one MP each, has been initiated to counter global misinformation and highlight India's zero-tolerance policy on terrorism. The delegation arrived in Saudi Arabia after concluding their visit to Kuwait. Jammu and Kashmir former CM Ghulam Nabi Azad, who is part of the BJP MP Baijayant Panda led-delegation was hospitalised in Kuwait due to extreme heat. In a social media post on X on Tuesday, Azad confirmed the same, further informing that he is recovering well. 'Blessed to share that despite the extreme heat in Kuwait affecting my health, by God's grace I'm doing fine and recovering well. All test results are normal. Thank you all for your concern and prayers -- it truly means a lot,' he stated on X. Baijayant Panda, who is leading the delegation, said his presence will be missed in the next course of the delegation. This diplomatic outreach is part of a wider campaign following Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7 in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. In its military response, Indian forces struck terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, eliminating over 100 terrorists linked to groups such as Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen. (ANI)
India Gazette
7 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
All-party delegation led by BJP MP Baijayant Panda arrives in Riyadh
Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 28 (ANI): In a strong demonstration of India's united political front against terrorism, an all-party parliamentary delegation led by BJP MP Baijayant Panda arrived in Riyadh on Wednesday to strengthen diplomatic ties and explore avenues of cooperation between India and Saudi Arabia. The delegation was warmly welcomed by Maj. Gen. Abdulrahman Alharbi, Chair of the India-Saudi Arabia Council Friendship Committee of the Shura Council. 'India's stand on terrorism is resolute & uncompromising -- a message we bring to Saudi Arabia with our all-party delegation. Appreciate the warm welcome by H.E. Maj. Gen. Abdulrahman Alharbi, Chair of the Friendship Committee Shura Council, as we begin key engagements to strengthen our growing partnership,' Panda wrote on X. The all-party delegation includes BJP MPs Nishikant Dubey, Phangnon Konyak, Rekha Sharma, Satnam Singh Sandhu, AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad, and former diplomat Harsh Shringla. This multi-party delegation, consisting of seven groups led by one MP each, has been initiated to counter global misinformation and highlight India's zero-tolerance policy on terrorism. Alongside its diplomatic engagements in Riyadh, the delegation also met members of the Indian diaspora and civil society in Kuwait, including former ministers, royal family members, editors, leading industrialists, academicians, and opinion makers. The session served to share India's united message against terrorism and underline the importance of international awareness, receiving strong support from community members. Meanwhile, India is set to intensify efforts against terror funding linked to Pakistan, which has resulted in Pakistan's placement back on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Grey List. Government sources revealed that India will submit a detailed dossier to FATF, the global watchdog on money laundering and terror financing, presenting evidence and concerns regarding the involvement of certain entities and individuals in terror financing and money laundering activities. This diplomatic outreach is part of a wider campaign following Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7 in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. In its military response, Indian forces struck terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, eliminating over 100 terrorists linked to groups such as Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen. The Modi government's diplomatic campaign has deployed seven multi-party delegations to reinforce India's zero-tolerance approach to terrorism globally. (ANI)
Time of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
India's stand on terrorism resolute, uncompromising, says Baijayant Jay Panda as delegation begins Saudi visit
The all-party delegation , which began its visit to Saudi Arabia , brought the message that India's stand on terrorism is resolute and uncompromising, lead member Baijayant Jay Panda has said. Panda is leading one of the seven multi-party delegations India has tasked to visit 33 global capitals to reach out to the international community on Pakistan's designs and India's response to terror, especially in view of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. The delegation visited Bahrain and Kuwait before arriving in Riyadh on Tuesday. "India's stand on terrorism is resolute and uncompromising - a message we bring to Saudi Arabia with our all-party delegation. Appreciate the warm welcome by H.E. Maj. Gen. Abdulrahman Alharbi, Chair of the Saudi Arabia-India Friendship Committee @ShuraCouncil_SA, as we begin key engagements to strengthen our growing partnership," Panda said in a post on X on Tuesday. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 Most Beautiful Female Athletes in the World Click Here Undo Satnam Singh Sandhu, another member of the delegation, said on X: "India and Saudi Arabia are standing strong against terrorism! Our all-party delegation delivers India's unwavering stance to Saudi leaders, fostering growing partnership and cooperation. Grateful for the warm welcome from H.E. Maj. Gen. Abdulrahman Alharbi." "Our all-party delegation reaches Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and received a warm welcome from the Saudi government. Saudi Arabia has been an important partner of India for years at various fronts, and now it stands with us to combat terrorism. Long live Bharat-Saudi relationship!" Sandhu said. Live Events Former union minister Ghulam Nabi Azad, who is part of the all-party delegation to the Gulf region, has been admitted to a hospital and is under medical supervision. During the visit to Saudi Arabia, the delegation will interact with a cross-section of political dignitaries, government officials, thought leaders and members of the Indian community. India carried out precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7 under Operation Sindoor , following which Pakistan attempted to attack the Indian military bases on May 8, 9 and 10. The Indian side responded strongly to the Pakistani actions.
