MADRID — An all-party Indian Parliamentary delegation led by DMK MPKanimozhi Karunanidhi began the final leg of
its five-nation visit in Madrid, by paying homage to the statue of the 'Father
of the Nation' -- Mahatma Gandhi.
Taking to social media platform X on Sunday evening, the
Indian Embassy in Spain in a press statement said: "The All-Party
Parliamentary Delegation commenced the final leg of its five-nation visit in
Madrid by paying homage to the bust of Mahatma Gandhi. The tribute was a solemn
occasion to reflect on and honour the Mahatma's enduring values of non-violence
and peace."
"Following the ceremony, the delegation engaged with
members of the Indian community in Spain. The delegation conveyed a powerful
message to the diaspora, emphasising that India remains unshakable and united
in its fight against terrorism, which threatens global peace and humanity. The
delegation highlighted that its diverse composition reflects a strong national
consensus and resolve across political lines to combat this menace. They urged
the Indian community in Spain to take pride in their roots, stand united and
actively support India's efforts to promote justice and peace," the press
statement added.
The Kanimozhi-led delegation include Samajwadi Party MP
Rajeev Rai, BJP MP Captain Brijesh Chowta (Retd.), RJD MP Prem Chand Gupta, AAP
MP Ashok Kumar Mittal, and Former Deputy Permanent Representative of India to
the UN, Ambassador Manjeev Singh Puri and Ambassador Jawed Ashraf.
During the interaction, members of the Indian diaspora
shared that their Spanish acquaintances had reacted with shock and concern to
the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, reflecting growing international
awareness of the challenges India faces in combating terrorism, the press statement
said.
The community also expressed strong support for India's
counter-terrorism efforts and conveyed their solidarity with the nation, the
press statement added.
"The delegation is scheduled to engage with members
of the Spanish government, parliamentarians and civil society representatives
on the final day of their visit. These engagements will provide a platform to
brief Spanish leaders on Operation Sindoor and to articulate India's position
as the world's fourth-largest economy, committed to peace, stability and a
resolute stance against terrorism."
The Indian Embassy in Spain said in a post on X:
"The All-Party Parliamentary Delegation had a insightful interaction with
the Indian diaspora, reaffirming India’s unwavering commitment to peace in the
face of terrorism. They emphasized that India will lead the global fight
against terrorism, upholding the values of peace and resilience."
"The delegation with humility and conviction, called
upon the community to stand united in pride and shared heritage."
"The diaspora responded with heartfelt enthusiasm,
expressing deep solidarity with the nation and a strong sense of identity and
belonging."
"The All-Party Parliamentary Delegation visiting
Spain interacted with Arturo Fernandez Alvarez, a Spanish businessman, who is a
survivor of the horrible terror attacks that took place in Mumbai on November
26, 2008. Arturo joined the delegation in condemning the menace of
terrorism."
The delegation, a part of India's global diplomatic
outreach campaign to highlight the significance of Operation Sindoor and
India's continued fight against Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism,
reached Spain following successful engagements in Latvia, Greece, Slovenia and
Russia, reaffirming India's firm stance on combating terrorism.
