Will Isolated Pakistan Abandon Terrorism or Face Destruction?

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Key Takeaways
- India's military actions are a response to terrorism.
- Pakistan must abandon its support for extremist factions.
- Unity among nations is crucial to combat terrorism.
- VHP emphasizes the importance of national security.
- Internal opposition within Pakistan impacts its international standing.
New Delhi, May 8 (NationPress) Following the recent military actions by India's armed forces targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, Vinod Bansal, spokesperson for the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), articulated on Thursday that Islamabad and its extremist factions must abandon terrorism or face dire consequences.
In a conversation with IANS, Bansal addressed various pressing matters, including the internal opposition Pakistan faces and the role of the Congress party in this context.
He praised India's armed forces and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their unified efforts to combat terrorism, specifically referencing 'Operation Sindoor'.
Further elaborating, he noted that after showcasing the principle of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbkam' to the world by supplying anti-COVID-19 vaccines during a global crisis, India is now committed to liberating the world from terrorism.
Issuing a stern warning to Pakistan, Bansal stated, "Operation Sindoor has clearly indicated that those responsible for harming our families will face retribution."
Bansal emphasized that Pakistan has become increasingly isolated and even lacks support from fellow Muslim nations, as evidenced by the Balochistan Liberation Army’s attack on Lahore.
He reiterated that India's struggle is not aimed at any particular community, nation, or religion, stating, "India does not invade other nations, as it is not part of our culture; however, our Shastras remind us that if provoked, we will retaliate."
Addressing the notion that terrorism lacks a religious identity, he argued that the Pahalgam attack contradicts such beliefs, asserting, "Individuals from a certain faith targeted Hindus and took their lives. If this is not religiously motivated, then what is?"
Bansal pointed out that the Pakistani government’s practice of draping terrorists' bodies in national flags demonstrates their complicity with these groups.
He also called for decisive action against terrorism and the integration of PoK into India.
Bansal criticized the Congress party for its support towards Pakistan, urging them to reflect on their stance.
Notably, he mentioned that Muslim leaders in India are rallying behind the government and voicing their disapproval of Pakistan, while Congress continues its unchanged narrative, according to the VHP leader.