What Did MP Bhubaneswar Kalita Tell World Leaders About Pakistan’s Terror Links?

As part of a bold diplomatic initiative titled Operation Sindoor, the Government of India has dispatched multiple parliamentary delegations to 33 countries to expose Pakistan’s continued support for cross-border terrorism. Among those representing India on the global stage was senior Rajya Sabha MP from Assam, Bhubaneswar Kalita.

In an exclusive conversation with Pratidin Time, Kalita detailed his visit to the United States, Panama, Guyana, Brazil, and Colombia, where the Indian delegation met with top-level officials and policymakers to present India’s case against state-sponsored terrorism and build strategic global partnerships.

What is Operation Sindoor?

Launched on May 22, Operation Sindoor is India’s latest parliamentary diplomacy initiative, aimed at rallying international support to counter terrorism. The outreach ended on June 11, with 59 Members of Parliament and retired diplomats split across seven teams, visiting 33 nations.

The central goal:

• To highlight Pakistan’s long-standing role in sheltering and financing terror groups

• To share credible intelligence and documentation with world leaders

• To build pressure on global platforms for concrete action against terrorism sponsors

Bhubaneswar Kalita’s Global Mission

MP Bhubaneswar Kalita, who was part of the team led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, engaged with foreign ministers, policy experts, and security officials in five key nations across the Americas to reinforce India’s global stance against terrorism.

Speaking exclusively to Pratidin Time, Bhubaneswar Kalita emphasized, “This was not just a diplomatic mission—it was India taking a firm moral and strategic stand on the global stage against terrorism. In every meeting, we made it clear that India seeks unified global action, especially in light of Pakistan’s continued support for cross-border terrorism in South Asia.”

The diplomatic team engaged with foreign ministers, national security experts, and policy advisors in Guyana, Panama, Colombia, Brazil, and the United States, concluding their tour in Washington D.C. The delegation’s visit was met with positive reception, with officials from these countries expressing strong support for India’s concerns and a willingness to enhance counter-terrorism collaboration.

The tour began in New York City, where the Indian MPs visited the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, paying homage to the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. This solemn moment served as the starting point of their campaign to highlight the urgent need for global unity against terrorism.

Kalita further stated, “The world knows India’s consistent and unwavering stance against terrorism. Countries like Pakistan run on propaganda and continue to harbour terrorism as a strategic tool. The recent Pahalgam attack is only one of many reminders that India remains under constant threat.”

The delegation used each stop to reiterate India's position that terror-sponsoring nations must be held accountable and that global partnerships are essential in combatting extremist networks.

International Dialogue: A Multi-Layered Approach

During their tour, the MPs interacted with:

• Heads of State and senior government officials

• Foreign ministry representatives

• Security and counter-terrorism experts

• Think tanks and diplomatic advisors

These interactions allowed India to push forward its case for coordinated global action against terrorism sponsors and also reinforce bilateral relationships across continents.

India’s Parliamentary Diplomacy in Action

This outreach marks a significant evolution in India’s global engagement strategy, combining traditional diplomacy with direct lawmaker-to-lawmaker dialogue. The approach brings a human and democratic face to India’s foreign policy goals.

Operation Sindoor stands out for its scale and clarity of purpose—showcasing India’s determination to take terrorism discourse beyond summits and into the offices of world leaders.

Why It Matters

India has repeatedly raised its concerns on global platforms including the United Nations, G20, and SCO. However, Operation Sindoor has taken this further—turning the country’s elected representatives into ambassadors of truth and security, speaking candidly about terrorism’s global threat and urging the world to recognize and act.

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