What is the significance of the Op Sindoor Outreach led by DMK MP Kanimozhi in Moscow?

Moscow, May 23 (NationPress) The third high-level, all-party delegation led by DMK MP Kanimozhi has arrived in Moscow, emphasizing India's unwavering determination to combat terrorism in all its manifestations, as stated by the Indian Embassy in Moscow on Friday.

The delegation was warmly welcomed by India's Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, the embassy noted.

The statement from the Indian Embassy on Friday morning via X mentioned, "All-Party Delegation led by Member of Parliament Kanimozhi Karunanidhi @KanimozhiDMK has arrived in Moscow to communicate India's strong commitment to fight terrorism in all forms."

The embassy shared, "Visuals from the All-Party delegation led by Member of Parliament Kanimozhi Karunanidhi @KanimozhiDMK arriving in Moscow. United against Terrorism!"

This marks the third delegation dispatched by the Indian government as part of the global outreach initiative under Operation Sindoor, aimed at highlighting Pakistan's involvement in harboring terrorism.

Upon their arrival at Moscow's Domodedovo Airport, the Members of Parliament—Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, Rajeev Rai, Captain Brijesh Chowta, Prem Chand Gupta, Ashok Kumar Mittal, and Ambassador Manjeev Singh Puri—were greeted by Ambassador of India to the Russian Federation, H.E. Vinay Kumar, as noted in the statement.

The embassy added, "A packed schedule of meetings and interactions awaits them in Moscow on May 23-24, 2025."

In a previous post on X, the Indian Embassy indicated, "In alignment with the Indian government's ongoing efforts under Operation Sindoor and in support of India's principled stance against terrorism, an All-Party Delegation, including Members of Parliament and a senior diplomat, is visiting the Russian Federation from May 22 to May 24, 2025. The delegation aims to deliver a strong message of zero tolerance for terrorism in all its forms and manifestations."

Additionally, it mentioned, "During their stay in Moscow, the delegation will engage with senior officials from the Federation Council (Upper House) and the State Duma (Lower House) of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and other essential figures in think tanks and media."

The delegation, led by DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, includes Samajwadi Party MP Rajeev Rai, BJP MP Captain Brijesh Chowta (Retd.), RJD MP Prem Chand Gupta, AAP MP Ashok Kumar Mittal, and former Ambassador of India to the EU, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Nepal; Former Deputy Permanent Representative of India to the UN, Ambassador Manjeev Singh Puri.

Before departing for Moscow, Kanimozhi tweeted on Thursday, "Leaving with the members of the delegation to Moscow. @RajeevRai @CaptBrijesh @DrAshokKMittal @ambmanjeevpuri @JawedAshraf5 @MianAltafAhmad."

Earlier, the Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal announced on X that the third all-party delegation, led by DMK MP, will be visiting Russia, Slovenia, Greece, Latvia, and Spain.

The all-party delegation aims to showcase India's national consensus and firm stance on combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, projecting the nation's strong message of zero tolerance for terrorism.

India initiated Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, executing precision strikes on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK).

The Indian Armed Forces have effectively responded to subsequent Pakistani provocations, targeting its airbases.

Following a communication from Pakistan's DGMO to his Indian counterpart, both nations have agreed to halt military actions.

Previously, two groups of high-level, multi-party delegations departed for Japan and the United Arab Emirates as part of a five-nation tour.

This initiative aims to foster international consensus against terrorism and isolate Pakistan alongside the terror-supporting groups that originate from its territory and perpetuate terrorism.

The all-party delegation, led by Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, arrived in Tokyo on Thursday, marking the commencement of India's extensive diplomatic outreach under Operation Sindoor.

The delegation includes BJP MPs Aparajita Sarangi and Brij Lal, Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, CPI(M) Rajya Sabha member John Barittas, and senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid. After their engagements in Japan, they will proceed to South Korea (May 24), Singapore (May 27), Indonesia (May 28), and Malaysia (May 31).

The second delegation, also departing the national capital on Wednesday, is led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde. This group is currently in the UAE and will then travel to Liberia, Congo, and Sierra Leone. It comprises BJP MPs Bansuri Swaraj, Atul Garg, and Manan Kumar Mishra, along with BJD’s Sasmit Patra, IUML MP E.T. Mohammed Basheer, BJP leader S.S. Ahluwalia, and former Ambassador Sujan Chinoy.

India's Operation Sindoor Outreach aims to underscore Pakistan's role in promoting cross-border terrorism, with a total of seven delegations, consisting of 59 Members of Parliament, former ministers, and diplomats, visiting 33 countries between May 21 and June 5.