India strongly criticized Pakistan at the United Nations, calling it “the fountainhead of terror, violence, bigotry, intolerance, and extremism.” Revolutionary Socialist Party MP N.K. Premachandran told the UN General Assembly’s Fourth Committee that Pakistan must stop human rights violations in the regions of Kashmir it illegally occupies.
Premachandran highlighted Pakistan’s repression in occupied Kashmir and condemned the killing of 26 civilians in Pahalgam by terrorists trained and supported by Islamabad. He said the people in Pakistan-occupied areas are protesting against military occupation, exploitation, and brutality. Recent clashes have left more than 12 civilians dead during demonstrations for basic rights.
Responding to Pakistan’s remarks on Kashmir, Premachandran said it was ironic for a country known for terrorism and military rule to question the world’s largest democracy. He urged Pakistan to stop “preaching” at international forums while continuing its state-sponsored extremism and oppression.
Reaffirming India’s stance, he declared Jammu and Kashmir as an integral part of India. Premachandran also reminded the UN of India’s leadership in global decolonisation efforts, helping over 80 colonies gain independence while emphasizing that the process remains unfinished.
