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India’s United Stand: Diplomatic Outreach After Operation Sindoor
India is sending a strong message to the world. After the tragic Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, which killed 26 civilians, the government launched Operation Sindoor to fight cross-border terrorism from Pakistan. Now, India is taking its resolve global. Seven all-party delegations, comprising 59 political leaders, will visit 32 countries and the EU headquarters in Brussels. This rare show of unity across political lines highlights India’s firm stance against terrorism.
Why This Mission Matters
The government aims to rally global support. These delegations will explain India’s actions post-Pahalgam and Operation Sindoor. They will visit key nations, including four of the UN Security Council’s Permanent Five, except China. India seeks to isolate Pakistan globally by demonstrating bipartisan agreement. The mission counters Pakistan’s attempts to sideline terrorism and focus on Kashmir.
Who’s Leading the Charge?
Seven seasoned lawmakers lead the delegations. Sanjay Kumar Jha, Baijayant Panda, Shrikant Eknath Shinde, and Ravi Shankar Prasad are all members of the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Three are from the opposition INDIA bloc: Shashi Tharoor, Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, and Supriya Sule. Each team includes six to nine members, supported by former diplomats and liaison officers. Notably, every delegation has at least one Muslim member, reflecting inclusivity.
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Delegation Details: Where They’re Headed
Each group has a unique mission. Here’s a breakdown of their plans:
Group 1: Middle East and North Africa
Baijayant Panda (BJP) leads this team to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Algeria. Members include Nishikant Dubey, Phangnon Konyak, Rekha Sharma (all BJP), Asaduddin Owaisi (AIMIM), Satnam Sandhu, Ghulam Nabi Azad, and former diplomat Harsh Shringla. They aim to strengthen ties with these nations.
Group 2: Europe’s Key Players
Ravi Shankar Prasad (BJP) heads to the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Denmark, and the EU. His team includes Daggubati Purandeswari, Samik Bhattacharya (both BJP), Priyanka Chaturvedi (Shiv Sena-UBT), Ghulam Ali Khatana, Amar Singh (Congress), M.J. Akbar, and diplomat Pankaj Saran. This group will engage European allies.
Group 3: Asia’s Powerhouses
Sanjay Kumar Jha (JD(U)) leads the delegation to Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, and Singapore. Members include Aparajita Sarangi, Pradan Baruah, Hemang Joshi, Brij Lal (all BJP), Yusuf Pathan (Trinamool), John Brittas (CPI-M), Salman Khurshid, and diplomat Mohan Kumar. They’ll connect with Asia’s largest Muslim population in Indonesia.
Group 4: Gulf and Africa
Shrikant Eknath Shinde (Shiv Sena) guides the team to the UAE, Liberia, Congo, and Sierra Leone. The group comprises Bansuri Swaraj, Atul Garg, Manan Kumar Mishra (all BJP), E.T. Mohammed Basheer (IUML), Sasmit Patra (BJD), S.S. Ahluwalia, and diplomat Sujan Chinoy. They’ll focus on Gulf and African partnerships.
Group 5: Americas
Shashi Tharoor (Congress) leads the delegation to the US, Panama, Guyana, Brazil, and Colombia. Members include Shambhavi (LJP-RV), Sarfaraz Ahmad (JMM), G.M. Harish Balayogi (TDP), Shashank Mani Tripathi, Bhubaneswar Kalita, Tejasvi Surya (all BJP), Milind Deora (Shiv Sena), and diplomat Taranjit Sandhu. This team will engage the Americas.
Group 6: Europe and Russia
Kanimozhi Karunanidhi (DMK) heads to Spain, Greece, Slovenia, Latvia, and Russia. Her team includes Rajeev Rai (SP), Mian Altaf Ahmad (NC), Brijesh Chowta (BJP), Prem Chand Gupta (RJD), Ashok Kumar Mittal (AAP), and diplomats Manjeev Puri and Jawed Ashraf. They’ll strengthen ties with these nations.
Group 7: Africa and Gulf
Supriya Sule (NCP-SP) leads the group to Egypt, Qatar, Ethiopia, and South Africa. Members include Rajiv Pratap Rudy, Anurag Thakur (both BJP), Vikramjit Sahney (AAP), Manish Tewari, Anand Sharma (both Congress), Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu (TDP), V. Muraleedharan, and diplomat Syed Akbaruddin. This team will focus on African and Gulf relations.
A Show of Unity
The delegations leave New Delhi on May 22–23, 2025. Of the 59 leaders, 31 are from the NDA, and 20 are from non-NDA parties. Former ministers like Ghulam Nabi Azad, M.J. Akbar, Anand Sharma, V. Muraleedharan, Salman Khurshid, and S.S. Ahluwalia add experience, though they’re not current MPs. This is a “powerful reflection of national unity above politics,” according to Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju.”
Congress’s Concerns
However, tensions arose. The Congress accused the government of “playing games” by not including three of their four nominated leaders: Gaurav Gogoi, Syed Naseer Hussain, and Amrinder Singh Raja Warring. Only Anand Sharma made the list. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized the government’s selection process, calling it “dishonest” and “mischievous.” He insisted the party won’t change its nominees. Ramesh also labeled the exercise “diversionary” and questioned Prime Minister Modi’s silence on U.S. claims and his decision to brief only NDA Chief Ministers.
Historical Context
This outreach echoes past efforts. In 1994, P.V. Narasimha Rao sent A.B. Vajpayee to the UN to counter Pakistan’s claims on Kashmir. In 2008, Manmohan Singh dispatched teams to expose Pakistan’s role in the Mumbai attacks. Today’s mission continues India’s tradition of uniting for national security.
Political Backdrop
Domestically, politics is heated. The Congress, while supporting the response to Pahalgam, accuses the BJP of politicizing Operation Sindoor through Tiranga rallies. In response, Congress plans Jai Hind rallies in 12 cities. They also demanded an all-party meeting, noting Modi’s absence from prior ones. Meanwhile, the government emphasizes unity, with Rijiju stating, “Bharat stands united.”
Looking Ahead
India’s delegations carry a clear message: zero tolerance for terrorism. By engaging 32 countries, they aim to build global support. This mission, rooted in unity, reflects India’s determination to fight terror and shape the international narrative. As the teams prepare to depart, the world watches India’s bold step forward.