Sri Lankans Protest Against J&K Attack Outside Pak High Commission
In a bold 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, Sri Lanka, to condemn the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. The protest, which took place on Wednesday, was a powerful expression of outrage and condemnation of the senseless violence that claimed the lives of at least 26 people, including a Nepali national.
The protesters, who were mostly young Sri Lankans, gathered outside the Pakistan High Commission, holding banners and placards that read “stop state-sponsored terrorism” and “we don’t need Pakistan”. The demonstration was a clear message to the Pakistani government and its authorities that the people of Sri Lanka will not tolerate such brutal acts of terrorism and want the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
The protest was sparked by the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which was carried out by suspected terrorists affiliated with the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) militant groups. The attack, which targeted a tourist bus, left at least 26 people dead and numerous others injured. The victims included tourists from Nepal, India, and other countries, making it a global concern.
The Sri Lankan protesters, who were largely comprised of students and young professionals, were united in their condemnation of the attack and their demand for an end to state-sponsored terrorism. They argued that such acts of violence are a threat not only to the people of Jammu and Kashmir but to the entire world, and that it is the responsibility of all nations to take a stand against terrorism.
“We are not just protesting against the attack in Pahalgam, we are protesting against the culture of violence and terrorism that has been perpetuated by the Pakistani government and its authorities,” said a protester, who wished to remain anonymous. “We believe that the people of Pakistan have the right to live in peace and dignity, just like the people of Sri Lanka. We will not stand idly by while our neighbors are being brutalized by terrorism.”
The protest was peaceful and well-organized, with the protesters maintaining a respectful distance from the Pakistan High Commission. The Sri Lankan police were present at the scene, ensuring that the demonstration remained calm and orderly.
The protest has sent a strong message to the Pakistani government and its authorities that the people of Sri Lanka will not tolerate terrorism and will stand in solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a testament to the deep-seated values of compassion, empathy, and solidarity that are an integral part of Sri Lankan culture.
As the world grapples with the scourge of terrorism, it is heartening to see that the people of Sri Lanka are taking a stand against this evil. The protest outside the Pakistan High Commission is a powerful reminder that we are all in this together, and that we must work together to create a world where terrorism has no place.
