Key Points
- All-party delegation to meet PM Modi at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg this evening at 7:30 pm.
- COVID-19 testing mandatory for all attendees as part of security protocol.
- Delegation tasked with presenting India’s stance on terrorism and Operation Sindoor abroad.
- Seven teams led by prominent MPs visited multiple countries to expose Pakistan-based terrorism.
- Delegates to share feedback, present reports, and attend a dinner hosted by the Prime Minister.
- Operation Sindoor involved targeted strikes on terrorist hideouts in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Bahawalpur.
New Delhi: In a significant diplomatic development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host an all-party parliamentary delegation at his official residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, this evening. The meeting is scheduled for 7:30 pm and will see the participation of key MPs who recently traveled abroad to present India’s perspective on terrorism, particularly in the context of Operation Sindoor.
Strict Security and Health Protocols
Given the ongoing concerns related to COVID-19, all members of the delegation are required to undergo mandatory testing before meeting the Prime Minister. This measure is part of a comprehensive security protocol to ensure the safety of all attendees.
Mission Brief: Taking India’s Message to the World
The all-party delegation, comprising MPs from across the political spectrum, was entrusted with a crucial diplomatic mission: to expose Pakistan’s support for terrorism on the global stage following India’s targeted strikes under Operation Sindoor.
Seven teams were formed, each led by prominent parliamentarians:
- Ravi Shankar Prasad (BJP)
- Shashi Tharoor (Congress)
- Baijayant Panda (BJP)
- Sanjay Kumar Jha (JDU)
- Kanimozhi Karunanidhi (DMK)
- Supriya Sule (NCP-SP)
- Shrikant Shinde (Shiv Sena)
The teams visited various countries, engaging with international leaders, think tanks, and media to share evidence and India’s viewpoint on cross-border terrorism.
Delegation Activities and Feedback
A notable team, led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, visited the United States and included representatives from the JMM, TDP, BJP, Shiv Sena, and others. Their mission focused on presenting India’s case at key forums and gathering feedback from global stakeholders.
The delegation returned to India today at 2:45 pm and is set to present its comprehensive report and firsthand experiences to PM Modi during the meeting. The feedback will help shape India’s ongoing diplomatic strategy against terrorism.
Operation Sindoor: Background
On May 7, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting nine terrorist hideouts in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Bahawalpur. The operation was a direct response to escalating cross-border threats. India officially communicated to Pakistan that only terrorist infrastructure was targeted, emphasizing the operation’s focused intent.
Dinner Diplomacy
Following the formal meeting and report presentations, Prime Minister Modi will host a dinner for all attending MPs, fostering cross-party unity on the critical issue of national security.
