Indian Ambassador to Japan, Sibi George, on Thursday briefed the All-Party Parliamentary Delegation led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha in Tokyo, emphasizing Japan’s swift diplomatic response following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. He noted that Japan was one of the first countries to respond in solidarity with India, underlining the depth of bilateral cooperation on counter-terrorism.
“On the terror attack… cross-border terrorism happened, Japan was one of the first countries [to respond]. The all-party delegation is here to engage with Japanese interlocutors and strengthen messaging on India’s firm stance against terrorism,” said Ambassador George during the Embassy briefing.
The delegation, which arrived in Japan as part of the Operation Sindoor global outreach, aims to brief key international partners about India’s response to the Pahalgam attack, and its broader campaign against cross-border terrorism, especially state-sponsored acts originating from Pakistan.
Embassy Highlights Unified Indian Message
The Embassy of India in Tokyo issued a statement on social media platform X, underscoring the focus of the visit:
“All-Party Parliamentary Delegation was briefed by Ambassador Sibi George on Japan-specific approach to engagements, setting the context for a strong messaging of India’s fight against terrorism.”
“All-Party Parliamentary Delegation led by Hon’ble MP Shri Sanjay Kumar Jha arrives in Tokyo, welcomed by Ambassador Sibi George. India’s unwavering stand against cross-border terrorism, as seen in Op. Sindoor, will be highlighted in all engagements.”
Delegation Composition and Purpose
The nine-member delegation includes prominent parliamentarians and experts:
- Sanjay Kumar Jha (JD(U)) – Delegation Leader
- Dr Hemang Joshi, Aparajita Sarangi, Brij Lal, and Pradan Baruah (BJP MPs)
- John Brittas (CPI(M) MP)
- Abhishek Banerjee (TMC MP)
- Ambassador Mohan Kumar – Senior diplomat
The delegation is touring five countries — Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, and Singapore — as part of India’s post-attack diplomatic offensive under Operation Sindoor.
Operation Sindoor: India’s Response to April 22 Attack
India launched Operation Sindoor after the April 22 terror ambush in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. The attack led to multiple casualties and was traced back to terror groups operating from Pakistan and PoJK (Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir).
India’s response included:
- Precision air strikes on terror infrastructure across the LoC
- Military retaliation to Pakistani aggression
- A temporary ceasefire understanding reached following a DGMO-level call between both nations
Next Steps in Japan and Beyond
The delegation will meet senior officials in the Japanese Foreign Ministry, including the Foreign Minister or Deputy, as part of its outreach strategy. These meetings aim to strengthen international support for India’s fight against terrorism and ensure continued pressure on Pakistan to dismantle terror networks operating on its soil.
Following Japan, the group will continue its mission in Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, and Singapore, echoing a unified message: India will not tolerate cross-border terrorism, and global solidarity is essential.