Did Priyanka Chaturvedi Bring India's Issues to the Forefront?

New Delhi, June 8 (NationPress) Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi has staunchly defended India's recent global anti-terrorism outreach across Europe, labeling it both timely and essential to highlight the international threat posed by Pakistan-backed terrorism.

Chaturvedi was a member of the high-level All-Party Parliamentary Delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad under "Operation Sindoor Outreach," which asserted India's firm position against cross-border terrorism and received international backing.

Reflecting on the trip, Chaturvedi stated, "That was my responsibility. If my speeches have swayed people and brought the country's issues to light, I regard it as my service to the nation."

She continued, "I hope that in the near future, the European nations, given that my group visited six countries, will recognize that the terrorism we have faced for decades is now knocking on their doors."

The delegation traveled to France, Italy, Denmark, the UK, Belgium, and Germany. During the visit, Indian MPs engaged with foreign lawmakers, think tanks, and diaspora organizations to increase awareness about radicalization and the safe havens for terror groups operating from Pakistan.

Chaturvedi pointed out the rising threat of radicalization abroad, stating: "The way indoctrination and radicalization are taking place, and every connection leads back to Pakistan, be it Al-Qaeda, Jaish-e-Mohammed, or Lashkar-e-Taiba, they all reside in safe houses there. They are being sheltered."

She emphasized, "It was a successful trip where we managed to protect the country's interests."

In response to political criticisms that sending delegations abroad was a misuse of public funds, Chaturvedi retorted: "Many leaders claim that sending foreign delegations is a waste of money and time. I urge them to consult their own party members who were part of these delegations and inquire about the discussions, methodologies, and their roles."

When questioned about her passionate speeches and imitation of Pakistani political figures like Hina Rabbani Khar or Bilawal Bhutto (sometimes referred to as "Minamal Bhutto"), Chaturvedi rooted her motivation in personal experience.

“After the 26/11 terrorist attack in Mumbai, I was deeply impacted and entered politics. I understand how many homes have been shattered due to terrorism. Countless women struggle to keep their families afloat. Terrorism aims to dismantle businesses and destabilize the country.”

The Operation Sindoor Outreach initiative has helped India attract greater international attention to terrorism and its sources like Pakistan, providing a cohesive national narrative on the global platform.