Sri Lankans Protest Against J&K Attack outside Pak High Commission
In a strong show of solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, an estimated 200-300 Sri Lankans staged a peaceful protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka, on Wednesday. The protest was held in response to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which left at least 26 persons, including a Nepali national, dead.
The protesters, carrying banners that read “stop state sponsored terrorism” and “we don’t need Pakistan”, were seen chanting slogans and holding placards condemning the attack. The demonstration was a reflection of the strong sense of outrage and condemnation among the Sri Lankan people towards the brutal terrorist attack.
The protest, which was organized by various Sri Lankan organizations and civil society groups, was a spontaneous response to the heinous act of terrorism. The protesters, who included students, professionals, and families, were united in their demand for an end to state-sponsored terrorism and violence in the region.
The attack in Pahalgam, which was carried out by terrorists affiliated with the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), has sent shockwaves across the region. The terrorist group, which has historically received support from Pakistan, has been responsible for numerous attacks in the past, including the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.
The Sri Lankan government, which has been a vocal critic of terrorism and extremism, has condemned the attack in the strongest possible terms. In a statement, the government expressed its condolences to the families of the victims and reiterated its commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms.
The protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo was a powerful expression of Sri Lanka’s commitment to the fight against terrorism. The protesters, who came from all walks of life, were united in their demand for an end to terrorism and violence in the region.
The attack in Pahalgam has also sparked concerns about the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir, which has been plagued by terrorism and insurgency for decades. The region, which is divided between India and Pakistan, has seen numerous attacks by terrorist groups affiliated with Pakistan, including the LeT.
The Sri Lankan government, which has experience in combating terrorism, has offered its support and assistance to the Indian government in investigating the attack and bringing those responsible to justice.
In a statement, the Sri Lankan Foreign Ministry said, “Sri Lanka strongly condemns the terrorist attack in Pahalgam and offers its deepest condolences to the families of the victims. We stand in solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir and reiterate our commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms.”
The protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo was a powerful expression of Sri Lanka’s commitment to the fight against terrorism. The protesters, who came from all walks of life, were united in their demand for an end to terrorism and violence in the region.
As the world grapples with the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack, it is clear that the struggle against terrorism is far from over. However, it is also clear that the people of Sri Lanka, along with people from around the world, will continue to stand in solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir and demand an end to terrorism and violence in all its forms.
