Bhavika Mangalanandan, an Indian diplomat, recently addressed Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s comments about Kashmir during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). She criticized Sharif for bringing up the Kashmir issue, calling it “hypocrisy” since Pakistan is known for its military governance and issues related to terrorism and crime.
India Confronts Pakistan at UNGA
In her response, Bhavika emphasized that a country with such a reputation should not attack India, the world’s largest democracy. She warned Pakistan that its actions of cross-border terrorism would lead to serious consequences. Bhavika reiterated India’s position that Jammu and Kashmir is an essential part of India.
Bhavika Mangalanandan is India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. She graduated from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) in Delhi in 2011. Currently, she works as the first secretary for counter-terrorism and cybersecurity at the UN.
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During his speech at the UNGA, Sharif raised the Kashmir issue again, urging India to reverse the abrogation of Article 370, which previously granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. He called for dialogue between India and Pakistan to resolve the issue peacefully, claiming that the people of Jammu and Kashmir, like the people of Palestine, have struggled for their rights.
Sharif also mentioned that Muslims in India face increasing targeting and raised concerns about growing Islamophobia.
Bhavika Mangalanandan’s strong rebuttal highlights India’s stance on Kashmir and its readiness to confront any criticism from Pakistan. Her remarks at the UNGA reflect India’s commitment to defending its sovereignty and addressing issues of terrorism and security.
