India government taps opposition to boost 'anti-terrorism' message abroad

New Delhi's outreach to key world capitals follows tensions with Pakistan

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People wave Indian flags in support of the Indian Armed Forces, following the ceasefire announcement between India and Pakistan, in New Delhi, May 13. © Reuters

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NEW DELHI -- India is sending all-party delegations comprising members of the ruling and opposition parties and former diplomats to over 30 countries starting on Wednesday to convey New Delhi's "strong message of zero tolerance against terrorism" in the wake of the deadly April 22 attack on civilians in Pahalgam in its region of Kashmir.

The attack that left 26 people dead heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, with New Delhi launching Operation Sindoor on May 7, in which India targeted what it called "terrorist infrastructure" in Pakistan and Pakistan-controlled Kashmir. Both militaries later used drones and missiles against each other before a ceasefire was announced on May 10.

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