India slams Pakistan at UNGA, praises Op Sindoor as response to cross-border terror

India slammed Pakistan at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) for cross-boarder terrorism and its grave violations of child rights.

During India’s statement on the Agenda for the Promotion and Protection of Child Rights, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey said Pakistan remains among the "most serious violators" of the global child protection agenda. Dubey was part of a Parliamentary delegation led by PP Chaudhary to the UN.

Referring to the April 22, 2025 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 civilians were killed, Dubey said, "The international community has not forgotten the brutal, targeted attacks carried out by Pakistan-trained terrorists."

He added that in May 2025, India launched Operation Sindoor, a series of surgical strikes on nine terrorist hideouts across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). "In a considered and balanced response, India exercised its legitimate right to defend its people against terrorism and bring its organisers and perpetrators to justice," Dubey stated.

In a sharp counter to Pakistan’s remarks at the UNGA, Dubey accused Islamabad of targeting civilians. "In contrast, Pakistan deliberately targeted our border villages, resulting in the deaths of numerous civilians, including children," he said.

He urged Pakistan to introspect, saying, "Pakistan must look at itself in the mirror, stop preaching on this platform, and act to protect children within its borders." Dubey also called on the international community to hold Pakistan accountable for attacks on health workers and girls’ schools cited in the UN Secretary-General’s 2025 report.

While calling out Pakistan’s abuses, Dubey also reaffirmed India’s commitment to child welfare. He highlighted initiatives such as Child Helpline 1098, which provides emergency assistance to children.

"Creating an enabling environment for the protection and holistic development of children is a matter of national importance," Dubey said, thanking the UN Special Rapporteur for acknowledging India’s ongoing efforts.

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With inputs from agencies

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