Jakarta, Indonesia | 28 May 2025 — An All-Party Parliamentary Delegation from India, led by Shri Sanjay Kumar Jha, Hon’ble Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), arrived in Jakarta today as part of India’s continued diplomatic outreach in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. The visit, scheduled from 28 to 31 May 2025, underscores India’s steadfast resolve to galvanize international opinion and action against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.
This high-level visit is part of the Indian government’s strategic initiative to highlight the country’s principled position on zero tolerance toward terrorism and to ensure that the international community remains united in its commitment to eradicate the menace of terrorism.
Members of the Delegation:
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Shri Sanjay Kumar Jha – Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha (Leader)
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Smt. Aparajita Sarangi – Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
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Shri Abhishek Banerjee – Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
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Shri Brij Lal – Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha
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Shri John Brittas – Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha
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Shri Pradan Baruah – Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
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Dr. Hemang Joshi – Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
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Shri Salman Khurshid – Former Minister of External Affairs
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Amb. Mohan Kumar – Former Ambassador of India to France and Bahrain
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Ms. Pooja Tillu – Deputy High Commissioner, Singapore
A Multifaceted Engagement in Indonesia
During the four-day visit, the Indian delegation will hold high-level discussions with representatives of the Indonesian government, senior parliamentarians, and leaders of key political parties. The objective of these interactions is to foster a shared understanding of the global threat posed by terrorism and build consensus on collaborative strategies to counter its spread.
In a significant diplomatic engagement, the delegation is also scheduled to meet with the ASEAN Secretary General, reflecting India’s strategic commitment to work closely with Southeast Asian nations in maintaining peace, regional stability, and cooperative security frameworks.
The itinerary includes meetings with resident ambassadors, engagements with prominent Indonesian think tanks, as well as interactions with academics and journalists. These meetings are designed to convey India’s policy clarity and the rationale behind its calibrated and proportionate response under Operation Sindoor—a counter-terror operation following the tragic Pahalgam attack.
Emphasizing India’s People-to-People Bonds
The delegation will also interact with the Indian diaspora in Indonesia, which serves as a vital bridge between the two democracies. The discussions will revolve around India’s firm stance on cross-border terrorism and how the diaspora can serve as global ambassadors of India’s message of peace and unity.
These engagements reflect India’s consistent diplomatic campaign to isolate terrorism globally and foster a network of cooperation, not only at the government level but also across civil society, academia, and the media.
A Step Towards a Coordinated Global Stand
India and Indonesia, two robust democracies with shared values of peace and tolerance, have historically supported multilateral efforts against terrorism. This delegation’s visit is yet another demonstration of India’s efforts to build a cohesive global front against extremism, echoing the country’s call for a principled, consistent, and collective global approach to tackle terrorism.
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