Shashi Tharoor Gets Key Diplomatic Role In India's Fight Against Global Terrorism

Seven All-Party Delegations, including Shashi Tharoor and other senior leaders, will visit key nations to bolster India's global stance against terrorism under Operation Sindoor.

Shashi Tharoor Gets Key Diplomatic Role In India's Fight Against Global Terrorism

Source : PTI

India is set to reinforce its strong, united stance against cross-border terrorism through a series of high-profile diplomatic engagements as part of Operation Sindoor. Seven All-Party Delegations, each led by prominent Members of Parliament, are scheduled to visit key partner countries, including members of the UN Security Council, later this month. These delegations aim to project India's national consensus and resolute approach to combating terrorism in all its forms, carrying forth the country's message of zero tolerance to the international community.

Leading the charge is Congress leader Shashi Tharoor, known for his diplomatic acumen and deep understanding of international relations. He will be joined by other influential political figures, including Ravi Shankar Prasad (BJP), Sanjay Kumar Jha (JDU), Baijayant Panda (BJP), Kanimozhi Karunanidhi (DMK), Supriya Sule (NCP), and Shrikant Eknath Shinde (Shiv Sena), representing the diverse political spectrum of India.

'In the context of Operation Sindoor and India's continued  fight against cross-border terrorism, seven All-Party Delegations are set to  visit key partner countries, including members of the UN Security Council later this month," reads a press release by the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs.

Liren Rijiju, Minister of Parliamentry Affairs also posted the orders on X and said, "In moments that matter most, Bharat stands united. Seven All-Party Delegations will soon visit key partner nations, carrying our shared message of zero-tolerance to terrorism. A powerful reflection of national unity above politics, beyond differences."

Additionally, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh recently posted on X:

Yesterday morning, the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju spoke with the Congress President and the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha. The INC was asked to submit names of 4 MPs for the delegations to be sent abroad to explain India's stance on terrorism from Pakistan.

By noon yesterday May 16th, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha wrote to the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs giving the following names on behalf of the INC.

1. Shri Anand Sharma, former Union Cabinet Minister
2. ⁠Shri Gaurav Gogoi, Deputy Leader, INC LS
3. ⁠Dr. Syed Naseer Hussain, MP, RS
4. ⁠Shri Raja Brar, MP, LS

After included in the delegations Shashi Tharoor reacted on X and wrote, "I am honoured by the invitation of the government of India to lead an all-party delegation to five key capitals, to present our nation’s point of view on recent events. 

When national interest is involved, and my services are required, I will not be found wanting. 

Jai Hind!"