GG News Bureau
Pune, 13th April. India’s External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, stated that India is committed to reacting to any acts of terrorism coming from across the borders. He emphasized that since terrorists do not follow any rules, India’s response to them cannot be restricted by rules either.
Jaishankar slammed the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government for its handling of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks in 2008. He mentioned that back then, the government debated extensively but ultimately decided not to attack Pakistan due to the perceived high cost of doing so.
Speaking to young people in Pune at an event called “Why Bharat Matters: Opportunity for youth and participation in global scenario,” Jaishankar questioned how future attacks could be prevented if India does not respond to current ones.
He also highlighted the shift in India’s foreign policy since 2014, particularly in how the country deals with terrorism.
When asked about challenging relationships with other countries, Jaishankar pointed out that maintaining ties with Pakistan is particularly difficult. He suggested that India should reflect on the reasons behind this difficulty.
Jaishankar discussed historical instances of terrorism faced by India, emphasizing the need for a clear stance against terrorism from any source. He stressed that terrorism should never be tolerated, especially when used as a tool for negotiation.
Regarding India’s foreign policy, Jaishankar noted that there is a balance of continuity and change, with a significant shift in how terrorism is addressed post-2014.
He reiterated the importance of responding to terrorist attacks promptly, highlighting that terrorists do not adhere to any rules and, therefore, responses to them must be adaptable and unrestricted by rigid guidelines.
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