Group 6 of India’s all-party parliamentary delegation arrived in Madrid, Spain, on the concluding leg of its multi-nation diplomatic outreach under Operation Sindoor, a global campaign to highlight India’s unwavering stance against terrorism and extremism.
The delegation is led by Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi and includes parliamentarians and former diplomats from across the political spectrum. They were received by Ambassador Dinesh K Patnaik, India’s envoy to Spain.
Key Highlights from Madrid:
- Aam Aadmi Party MP Dr Ashok Kumar Mittal emphasized the purpose of the visit in Spain: “We are here to meet with the Indian diaspora, understand their sentiments, and convey the clear message of the Government of India and our Prime Minister. India has outmanoeuvred extremism — notably through Operation Sindoor — and we are here to share that narrative.”
- The delegation is scheduled to hold meetings with:
- Spanish parliamentarians
- Think tanks
- Local government officials
These engagements aim to underline India’s zero-tolerance policy against extremism and to garner global support against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.
India’s Broader Message:
Dr Mittal asserted that India’s strategic vision is not limited to countering domestic threats:
“India is committed to eliminating extremism not only within its borders but also globally, especially terrorism sponsored by Pakistan.”
The delegation includes prominent names such as:
- Rajeev Rai (Samajwadi Party)
- Mian Altaf Ahmad (Jammu and Kashmir National Conference)
- Brijesh Chowta (BJP)
- Prem Chand Gupta (RJD)
- Ashok Kumar Mittal (AAP)
- Former Ambassadors Manjeev S Puri and Jawed Ashraf
Impact in Other Regions:
While Group 6 reached Madrid, other Indian delegations continued Operation Sindoor’s momentum elsewhere.
In Latvia, Ambassador Namrata S Kumar reflected on the positive impact of the outreach:
“The delegation clearly presented India’s reality of enduring cross-border terrorism, especially from Pakistan. The message was clear — these threats are not just India’s burden. They are global in nature and demand a united international response.”
She further emphasized that efforts to divide societies along religious lines are not regionally confined, and stressed the need for a global alliance to counter such threats.
Conclusion:
India’s diplomatic offensive under Operation Sindoor is establishing a broad coalition of understanding and support against terrorism. As the delegation wraps up in Madrid, the initiative stands as a powerful testament to India’s bipartisan commitment to counter-terrorism and global cooperation against extremism.
With multiple successful stops — including France, Italy, Denmark, Latvia, and now Spain — the campaign reinforces India’s resolve to lead the global conversation on terrorism, rooted in unity and democratic values.