Sri Lankans Protest Against J&K Attack Outside Pak High Commission
In a show of solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, an estimated 200-300 Sri Lankans staged a protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo on Wednesday, condemning the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. The protest was a powerful display of outrage and condemnation against the brutal act of terrorism that claimed the lives of at least 26 people, including a Nepali national.
The protesters, carrying banners that read “stop state sponsored terrorism” and “we don’t need Pakistan”, gathered outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo, demanding an end to Pakistan’s support for terrorism. The demonstration was a strong expression of solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, who have been facing the brunt of terrorism for years.
The protest was a spontaneous reaction to the heinous attack that took place in Pahalgam, a popular tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir. The attack was carried out by terrorists who targeted tourists and locals alike, leaving a trail of death and destruction in its wake.
The protesters, who were largely comprised of students and professionals, were united in their demand for an end to Pakistan’s support for terrorism. They held placards and banners, shouting slogans and chanting anti-Pakistan slogans, as they marched outside the High Commission.
“We are here to condemn the attack in Pahalgam and to express our solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir,” said a protester, who wished to remain anonymous. “We cannot stand idly by while innocent lives are being lost to terrorism. We demand that Pakistan stop supporting terrorism and work towards creating a peaceful and stable region.”
The protest was a significant development in the already tense relations between Sri Lanka and Pakistan. The two countries have had a strained relationship in recent years, with disagreements over a range of issues, including terrorism and human rights.
Sri Lanka has been a vocal critic of Pakistan’s support for terrorist organizations, and has repeatedly called on the international community to take action against Pakistan’s alleged role in promoting terrorism. The protest outside the Pakistan High Commission was a strong expression of Sri Lanka’s commitment to combating terrorism and promoting regional peace and stability.
The Pakistani High Commission in Colombo issued a statement condemning the attack in Pahalgam, but stopped short of apologizing for Pakistan’s alleged role in supporting terrorism. The statement read: “Pakistan strongly condemns the terrorist attack in Pahalgam and expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the victims. We believe that such acts of terrorism are contrary to the teachings of Islam and are unacceptable in any form.”
However, the protesters were not convinced by the Pakistani High Commission’s statement, and continued to demand an end to Pakistan’s support for terrorism. “Pakistan’s statement is just a lip service,” said another protester. “We want concrete action to stop supporting terrorism. We will continue to protest until Pakistan stops backing terrorists.”
The protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo was a significant development in the region, and highlighted the growing concerns about terrorism in South Asia. As the region grapples with the threat of terrorism, it is imperative that countries work together to combat this menace and promote regional peace and stability.
In conclusion, the protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo was a powerful display of outrage and condemnation against the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. The protesters, who were largely comprised of Sri Lankans, demanded an end to Pakistan’s support for terrorism and expressed their solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The protest was a significant development in the region, and highlighted the growing concerns about terrorism in South Asia.
