NEW DELHI: India on Friday rejected Pakistan “gratuitous remark” on Jammu and Kashmir, saying it was an interference in its internal affairs. It asked Islamabad to fulfil its commitment against terror.
“Pakistan should take credible and effective action against infiltration from across the Line of Control and dismantle the terror infrastructure that exists in the territory under its control,” the External Affairs Ministry spokesperson said in response to remarks by Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi.
“This would be an important contribution towards safeguarding the welfare of the people of J&K, who suffer the consequences of terrorism fomented from across the Line of Control and the International Border,” the spokesperson said.
‘Sufficient mechanisms'
As a vibrant democracy, India had sufficient mechanisms and constitutional safeguards to address issues raised by its citizens in any part of the country. It reiterated its commitment to resolving issues of mutual concern with Pakistan through dialogue and peaceful means.
However, “Pakistan must fulfil its solemn commitment of not allowing territory under its control to be used for terrorism directed against India in any manner. This would be in the interest of Pakistan and of the international community,” the spokesperson said.
The Hindu
