Sri Lankans Protest against J&K Attack outside Pak High Commission
In a powerful display 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 poignant reminder of the strong bond between the two nations and their shared commitment to combating terrorism.
The protest, which was organized by a coalition of Sri Lankan civil society groups and political parties, was a response to the heinous attack that took the lives of at least 26 people, including a Nepali national. The attack, which was carried out by suspected terrorists, has sent shockwaves across the region and has been widely condemned by governments and citizens alike.
As the protesters gathered outside the Pakistan High Commission, they held banners that read “stop state-sponsored terrorism” and “we don’t need Pakistan”. The messages were a clear indictment of Pakistan’s role in supporting and sponsoring terrorism, and a defiant rejection of its attempts to spread its brand of radical Islamism to other countries.
The protest was a significant development in the ongoing campaign against terrorism in the region. Sri Lanka, which has itself suffered at the hands of terrorism, has been a vocal critic of Pakistan’s role in supporting terrorist groups. The country has been working closely with India and other regional powers to combat the threat posed by terrorism, and the protest outside the Pakistan High Commission was a further demonstration of its commitment to this cause.
The protesters, who included members of various political parties and civil society groups, were united in their condemnation of the Pahalgam attack. They demanded that Pakistan take immediate action to stop supporting and sponsoring terrorist groups, and to work with other countries to combat the global threat posed by terrorism.
The protest was also a tribute to the victims of the Pahalgam attack, who were killed in a brutal and senseless act of violence. The protesters held a moment of silence to pay their respects to the victims, and to express their condolences to their families and loved ones.
The Sri Lankan government has also condemned the Pahalgam attack, and has called on Pakistan to take immediate action to stop supporting and sponsoring terrorist groups. The government has been working closely with India and other regional powers to combat the threat posed by terrorism, and has been a strong advocate for international cooperation in this area.
The protest outside the Pakistan High Commission was a significant development in the ongoing campaign against terrorism in the region. It was a powerful display of solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, and a further demonstration of Sri Lanka’s commitment to combating the global threat posed by terrorism.
As the world grapples with the challenge posed by terrorism, it is heartening to see countries like Sri Lanka standing up against this menace. The protest outside the Pakistan High Commission was a testament to the power of unity and solidarity in the face of adversity, and a reminder that together, we can overcome even the greatest challenges.
