Sri Lankans Protest against J&K Attack outside Pak High Commission
In a powerful display of solidarity with the victims of the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, an estimated 200-300 Sri Lankans gathered outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka, to protest against the brutal incident. The protest, which took place on Wednesday, was a manifestation of the deep-seated anger and outrage felt by the Sri Lankan people against the heinous act of terrorism.
The protesters, who were mostly young Sri Lankans, held banners that read “stop state sponsored terrorism” and “we don’t need Pakistan”. They chanted slogans and shouted anti-Pakistan slogans, expressing their deep condemnation of the terrorist attack that left at least 26 persons, including a Nepali national, dead.
The protest was a significant display of solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, who have been facing terrorism and violence for decades. The Sri Lankans, who have themselves been victims of terrorism in the past, understand the pain and suffering that the people of Jammu and Kashmir have endured due to the brutal attacks carried out by terrorist groups.
The protest was organized by various Sri Lankan organizations, including student unions and civil society groups, who were outraged by the attack. The protesters were joined by members of the Sri Lankan Parliament, who also condemned the attack and expressed their support for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
The protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo sent a strong message to the Pakistani government, which has been accused of supporting terrorism in the region. The Sri Lankans were making it clear that they would not tolerate any form of terrorism or violence, and that they stand in solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir who are fighting against terrorism.
The protest was also seen as a reflection of the growing relations between Sri Lanka and India, which have been strengthening in recent years. The two countries have been cooperating closely on a range of issues, including counter-terrorism and security. The protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo was seen as a symbol of the strong bond between the two nations, and their commitment to fighting against terrorism together.
In a statement, the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo condemned the protest, terming it as “unprovoked and unjustified”. However, the Sri Lankan government remained silent on the issue, with many officials praising the protest as a symbol of Sri Lanka’s commitment to fighting against terrorism.
The protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo was a significant event in the region, and was widely covered by local and international media outlets. The event sent a strong message to the Pakistani government, and to terrorist groups operating in the region, that they would not be tolerated and that the people of Sri Lanka stand in solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir who are fighting against terrorism.
In conclusion, the protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo was a powerful display of solidarity with the victims of the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. The Sri Lankans, who have themselves been victims of terrorism in the past, understand the pain and suffering that the people of Jammu and Kashmir have endured due to the brutal attacks carried out by terrorist groups. The protest was a significant event in the region, and sent a strong message to the Pakistani government and terrorist groups operating in the region.
