No Equivalence between Pakistan and India: Tharoor on Colombia’s Reaction on Op Sindoor
The recent conflict between India and Pakistan has taken a new turn with the Colombian delegation’s decision to condole the loss of lives in Pakistan due to Operation Sindoor. This move has sparked widespread outrage and disappointment in India, with many questioning the justification behind this decision. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has been vocal about his disappointment, stating that there can be no equivalence between India and Pakistan. In this blog post, we will delve into the controversy and explore Tharoor’s views on the matter.
Context:
Operation Sindoor was a surgical strike conducted by the Indian Air Force on February 27, 2019, in response to the Pulwama terror attack that killed 40 CRPF personnel. The strike targeted Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) training camps in Pakistan’s Balakot region. The operation was widely hailed as a significant success, with India asserting its right to self-defense against terrorism.
Colombia’s Reaction:
The Colombian delegation’s decision to condole the loss of lives in Pakistan has been met with widespread criticism in India. Many have questioned the justification behind this move, particularly given the fact that India was the one who suffered the loss of lives and property due to terrorism. Tharoor has been vocal about his disappointment, stating that there can be no equivalence between those who dispatch terrorists and those who resist.
Tharoor’s Statement:
In a statement, Tharoor said, “There can be no equivalence between those who dispatch terrorists and those who resist…those who attack and those who defend. We’re exercising our right of self-defence.” He emphasized that India has a right to defend itself against terrorism, and that the Colombian delegation’s decision to condole the loss of lives in Pakistan was unjustified.
Reaction from the Government:
The Indian government has also criticized the Colombian delegation’s decision, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stating that India was “disappointed” with the move. The government has emphasized that India’s actions were taken in response to terrorism and that the country has a right to defend itself.
Background:
Colombia has traditionally been a strong ally of Pakistan, and the country has supported Pakistan’s stance on the Kashmir issue. The Colombian delegation’s decision to condole the loss of lives in Pakistan is seen as a continuation of this trend.
Implications:
The Colombian delegation’s decision has significant implications for India’s relations with Colombia. The move has been seen as a snub to India, particularly given the fact that India has been a strong supporter of Colombia’s efforts to combat terrorism. The decision has also raised questions about the credibility of Colombia’s commitment to combating terrorism.
Conclusion:
The Colombian delegation’s decision to condole the loss of lives in Pakistan due to Operation Sindoor has sparked widespread outrage and disappointment in India. Tharoor’s statement emphasizing that there can be no equivalence between those who dispatch terrorists and those who resist has been widely hailed as a sensible and justified response. The implications of this decision are significant, particularly given the fact that India has been a strong supporter of Colombia’s efforts to combat terrorism. As the situation continues to unfold, it will be interesting to see how India responds to this move and what implications it has for the country’s relations with Colombia.
