Pakistan rejects India's claims at UN, reaffirms Kashmir as disputed territory

NEW YORK (Dunya News) - Pakistan has strongly rejected India’s claims over Kashmir, reiterating that the disputed region has never been, nor will ever be, a part of India.

The statement was made by Pakistan’s Consul at the United Nations, Gul Qaiser Sarwani, while responding to remarks by the Indian representative during a UN session in New York.

Addressing the forum, the Pakistani diplomat said that Jammu and Kashmir remains an internationally recognized disputed territory and criticized India for failing to fulfill its commitment to grant the Kashmiri people their right to self-determination, despite the passage of more than eight decades. He emphasized that the unresolved Kashmir dispute continues to pose a serious threat to regional peace and stability.

Gul Qaiser Sarwani further accused India of sponsoring cross-border terrorism, alleging its involvement in supporting banned militant groups, including the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, Fitna al-Khawarij, and the Balochistan Liberation Army. He claimed that India has been linked to acts of violence and targeted killings not only in the region but also in North America and other parts of the world.

Highlighting India’s alleged aggressive posture, the Pakistani envoy said New Delhi has repeatedly acted against Pakistan in violation of international law and the UN Charter. He called on India to immediately end what he described as state-sponsored terrorism.

Commenting on India’s recent statements regarding the Indus Waters Treaty, the Pakistani representative said New Delhi was deliberately distorting facts and misinterpreting an international agreement. He clarified that the treaty does not allow any party to unilaterally suspend or amend its provisions.

Pakistan urged the international community to hold India accountable and to play its role in ensuring peace, justice, and respect for international obligations.