India has voiced strong concern over a security breach during External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s official visit to the United Kingdom on Thursday. A pro-Khalistan extremist broke through the security barricades and tore the Indian flag in front of the minister’s convoy. The incident, captured on video, has gone viral online.
India also condemned the misuse of democratic freedoms by such individuals, emphasizing that such actions undermine the principles of peaceful discourse.
“We deplore the misuse of democratic freedoms by such elements. We expect the host government in such cases to fully live up to their diplomatic obligations,” MEA added.
Security Breach During Jaishankar’s London Visit
The security breach occurred on Wednesday evening as External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar was leaving Chatham House in London following a scheduled discussion. Taking advantage of a brief moment of hesitation by police officers, a man ran toward the minister’s vehicle.
In a brazen act of defiance, the protester tore the Indian tricolour in front of the convoy while other members of his group shouted pro-Khalistani slogans from a distance. The police swiftly intervened, removing the individual and other extremists from the scene.
A separate video shared by ANI captured the group of pro-Khalistan supporters protesting outside the Chatham House venue, waving flags and chanting slogans.
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Jaishankar’s Key UK Visit
S. Jaishankar’s visit to the United Kingdom began on March 4 and is set to conclude on March 9. The trip aims to bolster bilateral relations between India and the UK, focusing on areas such as strategic cooperation, trade, technology, education, and cultural exchanges.
During his visit, Jaishankar also addressed sensitive issues, including the Kashmir dispute. At a session on Wednesday at Chatham House, he firmly defended India’s stance, rejecting any third-party mediation. He emphasized India’s initiatives in the region, including the abrogation of Article 370, economic development, and the high voter turnout in recent elections.
“We believe the unresolved issue is the territory occupied by Pakistan,” Jaishankar asserted. “The part we are waiting for is the return of the stolen part of Kashmir, which is under illegal Pakistani occupation. Once that happens, I assure you, Kashmir will be solved.”
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