What’s behind India’s global security visit to the US?
An all-party Indian parliamentary delegation led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor arrived in Washington, D.C., on June 2 to brief U.S. lawmakers, officials, and think tanks on Operation Sindoor, terrorism targeting India, and regional security challenges.
Operation Sindoor
The Indian Embassy in a statement posted on X stated that “the delegation will be meeting members of the U.S. Congress and administration, think tanks, media and policymakers to brief them on Operation Sindoor and India’s strong stand against terrorism”.
Targeted terrorism in India
According to The Hindu, the delegation aims to highlight India’s response to cross-border terrorism and underline Pakistan’s alleged links to terror groups. “India has had enough,” said Milind Deora, a delegation member, asserting India’s right to defend itself, just as the U.S. does. India needs peace. India needs strong borders. India needs security,” he added.
On dialogue with Pakistan, Tharoor said: “India can engage if Pakistan takes visible action against terror infrastructure.”
Regional Security
As the Indian delegation begins its meetings in Washington, a Pakistani parliamentary group led by PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is also scheduled to arrive. Speaking in New York, Zardari said his delegation would urge the U.S. to facilitate peace between India and Pakistan.
“The U.S. enjoys good relations with both countries...we will be seeking to encourage it to play its role,” he told reporters.
The visit marks the final stop of a broader outreach tour that included Guyana, Panama, Colombia, and Brazil.
