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India Gazette
a day ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
All-party delegation seeks global condemnation of Pakistan during meeting with think tanks in UK
London [UK], June 2 (ANI): The all-party delegation, led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, engaged with experts and think tanks in the UK on Monday (local time) to reaffirm India's unwavering commitment to countering cross-border terrorism, showcasing the new standards India has set in its counter-terrorism efforts. The delegation led by the BJP MP included BJP MP Daggubati Purandeswari, Samik Bhattacharya, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, Congress MPs Ghulam Ali Khatana and Amar Singh, former Union Minister MJ Akbar, and former Ambassador Pankaj Saran. Following the meeting, delegation leader Ravi Shankar Prasad stated that it was an open conversation, and the think tank praised the probe done by India following the April 22 terror attack. 'The conversation was open with the think tank... Everyone praised the investigation done by India on the terrorist attack... They expressed their concern about terrorism around the world,' the BJP MP said. Professor Jagannadha Pawan Tamvada of Kingston University, who was part of the think tank, stated that Pakistan 'deserves' to be condemned for its actions during the terror attack and that the western media has been biased in not condemning Pakistan for its actions. 'It's been an honour to have this delegation here putting forward the right viewpoint the world should hear because there has been a bias in the media which has refused to condemn Pakistan the way it should be condemned. I think Pakistan deserves to be condemned for the terrorist attacks that have been happening not just now but for several decades, and I think it's an honour to have this delegation here to clarify the viewpoint,' Tamvada stated. Rahul Roy-Chaudhury, a Senior Fellow at the International Institute for Strategic Studies, noted that there has been worldwide condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack but no international condemnation of Pakistan for the attack, which this delegation is addressing during its meetings. 'The delegation is seeking to help build a global consensus against Pakistan-based terrorism, and the UK is going to be an important player in this consensus as we move forward... It is important for India to reach out to different countries because what we've seen is that there has been wholehearted international condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack and there has also been full international support that India has received in terms of defending itself against terrorism, but what we have not seen is international condemnation of Pakistan,' Chaudhury stated. AIADMK MP and member of the delegation M. Thambidurai added, 'Everybody is sympathising with this attack in India, but why are they not condemning Pakistan? This is the issue raised. That is why the delegation has come over... All countries are speaking about terrorism. It has to be curbed. Everybody knows Pakistan has 52 centres. The UN also recognises that kind of camp exists. That is why we want to expose to the world and get the support to finish these treacherous activities of Pakistan.' Another delegation member and former Union Minister, MJ Akbar, stated that the think-tanks raised several issues on the matter and noted that the worry should be on the 'dramatic' impact of terror attacks. 'The think tanks raised issues that are apparent to all, in terms of where we go next and India's understanding of what has happened. I mentioned that the grammar of understanding needs to be changed. They should worry about the dramatic impact of terror,' he stated. Earlier, the delegation met with the UK's Shadow Foreign Secretary, Priti Patel, and her team to discuss India's firm resolve to counter cross-border terrorism. The Members of Parliament talked about how Operation Sindoor exemplifies the new normal set by India in the counter-terrorism effort. (ANI)
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
All-party delegation arrives in U.K. to convey India's policy of zero tolerance towards terrorism
An all-party delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad has reached London to reiterate India's zero-tolerance stance on terrorism. The multi-party delegation, comprising MPs Daggubati Purandeswari, Priyanka Chaturvedi, Ghulam Ali Khatana, Amar Singh, Samik Bhattacharya, M Thambidurai and former Union minister of state MJ Akbar and Ambassador Pankaj Saran, is scheduled to meet with community groups, think tanks, parliamentarians and diaspora leaders. "The All Party Delegation of MPs led by Ravi Shankar Prasad arrived in London (Saturday) evening and was received by High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami," the Indian High Commission in the U.K. said in a post on X. During their three-day visit to the U.K., the delegation will be engaging with House of Commons Speaker Lindsay Hoyle, U.K. Foreign Office Minister for Indo-Pacific Catherine West, parliamentarians, think tanks and Indian diaspora representatives, the High Commission said. The Prasad-led delegation is on a tour of six European countries as part of India's diplomatic outreach following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives. The delegation arrived here after concluding its visits to France, Italy and Denmark over the past week. In Denmark's capital, Copenhagen, the delegation interacted with Danish parliamentarians, foreign affairs officials and Indian diaspora groups. "The delegation emphasised on India's zero-tolerance towards terrorism and stance that any act of violence would be responded to befittingly. India's appreciation of Denmark's public stance condemning the Pahalgam terrorist attack and the expression of solidarity with India was conveyed to the Danish side during the meetings," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement earlier. From the U.K., the delegation will head for discussions and meetings with a cross-section of parliamentarians, political leaders and diaspora groups in the European Union (EU) and Germany. The delegation is one of the seven multi-party delegations India has tasked to visit 33 global capitals to reach out to the international community to emphasise Pakistan's links to terrorism. Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated after the Pahalgam terror attack, with India carrying out precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in the early hours of May 7. Pakistan attempted to attack Indian military bases on May 8, 9, and 10. The Indian side responded strongly to the Pakistani actions. The on-ground hostilities ended with an understanding of stopping the military actions following talks between the directors general of military operations of both sides on May 10.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Grand celebrations mark 300th birth anniv of Ahilyabai Holkar
Rajamahendravaram: The 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered Queen of Indore and Rajmata known for her unparalleled contributions to Indian culture and temple restoration, was celebrated with great enthusiasm on Saturday under the auspices of the BJP East Godavari district unit. BJP leaders stated that the programme was organised as per the instructions of the BJP State President and MP Daggubati Purandeswari, who is currently on an official tour abroad. Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao attended the event as the chief guest and paid rich tributes to the legendary queen. In his address, he lauded Ahilyabai Holkar's extraordinary service in the 18th century, stating that she was responsible for the construction of numerous temples, forts, roads, and wells. Her tireless efforts to restore Hindu pilgrimage sites earned her the title 'The Philosopher Queen,' he added. To mark the occasion, a grand rally was held from Y Junction to Manjeera Hotel, led by BJP district president P Nagendra. A large number of women leaders and party workers participated in these celebrations. Cultural programmes presented during the event captivated the audience. Anaparthi MLA Ramakrishna Reddy, MLC Somu Veerraju, former MLC Madhav, and other leaders spoke about the life and legacy of Ahilyabai Holkar. They urged every Indian woman to take inspiration from her noble and service-oriented life. Several BJP leaders and dignitaries graced the celebrations, including BJP State Mahila Morcha President Nirmala, State Vice Presidents Saligrama Lakshmi Prasanna and Relangi Sridevi, State executive members N Harika, Adabala Ramakrishna Rao, District Mahila Morcha President Maddipati Rajani, party leaders Parimi Radhakrishna, Yanapu Yesu, Rongala Gopi, Kshatri Balasubrahmanyam Singh, Kuraganti Sateesh, Kandikuri Manoj, Potluri Rammohan Rao, B Veeranjaneyulu.
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Italy backed India's efforts to combat terrorism: MP Daggubati Purandeswari
VIJAYAWADA: State BJP president and Rajamahendravaram MP Daggubati Purandeswari posted on social media platform X that she is part of an all-party parliamentary delegation that met Stefania Craxi, President of Foreign Affairs and Defence Committee of the Senate of Italy, in Rome on Wednesday as part of the diplomatic outreach on Operation Sindoor. The Indian delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, conveyed India's firm and united stance against terrorism in all its forms, emphasising a policy of zero tolerance towards cross-border terrorism. Senator Craxi expressed solidarity with India's position, stressing the need for the international community to speak in one voice against terrorism. The Senator proposed deeper cooperation between India and Italy to address the global menace, and strengthen bilateral efforts in counter-terrorism measures, the BJP MP said.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Ravi Shankar Prasad Led Delegation Arrives In Paris, Meets With Indian Ambassador To France
India wants peace and amity but not at the cost of innocent Indians, and the world must speak in one voice as far as barbaric state-sponsored terrorism is concerned, BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad said, as an all-party delegation led by him began its six-country Europe tour in Paris. The nine-member will be engaging with members of the Senate and National Assembly, think tanks and a cross-section of the Indian diaspora during the opening leg of their visit in France. The multi-party delegation, the seventh group in an international outreach initiative following Operation Sindoor, includes MPs Daggubati Purandeswari, Priyanka Chaturvedi, Ghulam Ali Khatana, Dr Amar Singh, Samik Bhattacharya and M. Thambidurai and former Union minister M J Akbar and former Deputy National Security Advisor Ambassador Pankaj Saran.#ravishankarprasad #allpartydelegation #terrorism #operationsindoor #pahalgamattack #france #indiadiplomacy #bjp #congress #shivsenaubt #aiadmk #europe #internationalrelations #toi #toibharat Read More
