India is planning to launch a diplomatic mission to share its side of the story with the world following the recent four-day military conflict with Pakistan. According to sources, a group of Members of Parliament (MPs) from different political parties will soon begin an international tour to explain India’s position and recent actions.

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju is said to be coordinating this tour. Sources said the programme will likely begin after May 22, and invitations have already been sent to the selected MPs.

Each team is expected to have 5-6 MPs, who will travel to countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Senior MPs, mostly from the ruling NDA, are expected to lead the delegations.

This outreach comes after tensions between India and Pakistan rose sharply following a terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, where 26 civilians were killed. The attack was carried out by Pakistan-based militants. In response, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 6–7, targeting nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

In response, Pakistan tried to attack Indian cities and military bases using drones on May 8, 9, and 10. India replied with strong strikes on Pakistan’s military bases, which led to a war-like situation between the two countries.

However, the tension reduced after both sides agreed to stop the conflict on May 10, following talks between top military officers.

After Operation Sindoor, the Indian government called an all-party meeting to talk about the situation. During the meeting, opposition parties showed their full support for the government’s actions against Pakistan.

To increase pressure on Pakistan, India also took several diplomatic steps. These include cancelling visas for Pakistani citizens, reducing the number of Pakistani diplomats in India, closing land borders and airspace, stopping all trade and business links, and suspending the Indus Waters Treaty.

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