India Counters Pakistan PM Sharif’s Bizarre Narrative at UN On Terrorism

India has strongly criticised Pakistan's Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, for his speech at the United Nations General Assembly. Petal Gahlot, the first secretary in India's Permanent Mission to the UN, stated that Pakistan must close all terror camps and extradite terrorists wanted by India. The statement was made after Sharif's address, where he allegedly glorified terrorism.

Petal Gahlot highlighted that Pakistan had shielded 'The Resistance Front', a terror group sponsored by Pakistan, from accountability at the UN Security Council on April 25. This group was responsible for a massacre in Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian representative emphasised that no amount of deceit could hide these facts.

India's Firm Stance on Terrorism

Gahlot accused Pakistan of having a long history of supporting terrorism while pretending to fight it. She pointed out that Pakistani ministers have admitted to operating terrorist camps for years. This duplicity is evident even at the level of its Prime Minister, according to Gahlot.

The Indian official also mentioned images of terrorists killed in Bahawalpur and Muridke during Operation Sindoor. These images were used to question the Pakistani regime's tendencies when their officials glorify such figures publicly.

Recent Conflicts and Accusations

Sharif presented an unusual narrative about recent conflicts with India. He claimed victory despite evidence showing significant damage to Pakistani airbases caused by Indian forces. Gahlot countered this claim by stating that Pakistan had threatened further attacks until May 9 but sought a ceasefire on May 10.

The Indian response stressed that Pakistan was responsible for a terrorist attack on civilians in India. India exercised its right to defend itself and brought those responsible to justice. The statement also addressed Sharif's comments on the Indus Waters Treaty suspension, which he termed an act of war.

Pathway to Peace

Gahlot remarked on Sharif's expressed desire for peace with India, suggesting that if sincere, Pakistan should dismantle terrorist camps and extradite wanted terrorists. She criticised Pakistan for preaching about faith while being steeped in hate and intolerance.

India struck terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7 in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives.

"A picture speaks a thousand words. During Operation Sindoor, Indian forces eliminated terrorists in the Bahawalpur and Muridke terror complexes. Yet, senior Pakistani military and civilian officials publicly glorify these notorious terrorists. Can there be any doubt about this regime's true inclinations? The Prime Minister of Pakistan also presented a bizarre version of the recent conflict. The record is clear: until May 9, Pakistan threatened further attacks on India, but by May 10, its military directly sought a cessation of hostilities," Gahlot stated.

She added, "Mr. President, a country long entrenched in exporting terrorism shamelessly spins the most absurd narratives. It sheltered Osama bin Laden for a decade while pretending to fight terrorism. Its ministers have recently admitted to operating terror camps for decades. This duplicity now continues at the very level of its Prime Minister."

The Indian representative reiterated India's position that any issues between India and Pakistan should be resolved bilaterally without third-party involvement. She emphasised that both terrorists and their sponsors would be held accountable and rejected any nuclear blackmail threats.

During his address at the UN General Assembly's 80th session, Sharif mentioned 'Operation Sindoor' and claimed damage to "seven Indian jets" during a four-day conflict in May. He also criticised India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty following a terror attack as an act of war.

India concluded its message by asserting zero tolerance for terrorism globally, reinforcing its commitment to holding both terrorists and their sponsors accountable without succumbing to threats or intimidation.