India Criticizes Pakistan at UN: Imran Khan Jailed, Asim Munir Immune

India has reiterated its stance against Pakistan’s claims over Jammu and Kashmir during the United Nations Security Council Open Debate titled “Leadership for Peace.” The Indian delegation, led by Permanent Representative Harish Parvathaneni, firmly stated that both Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. He emphasized that these territories will always remain with India.

India’s Strong Response to Pakistan’s Claims

During the debate, Parvathaneni criticized the Pakistani representative’s assertions, accusing Islamabad of focusing obsessively on undermining India. He highlighted Pakistan’s history of terrorism, noting that it has become a global epicenter of terror.

Indus Waters Treaty Suspended

Parvathaneni addressed the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, which India entered into 65 years ago. He explained that Pakistan’s repeated violations of the treaty, including three wars and numerous terror attacks, led to India’s decision. He cited the recent violence in Jammu and Kashmir, where an attack in Pahalgam killed 26 civilians, underscoring the impact of terrorism sponsored by Pakistan.

“India will keep the Treaty in abeyance until Pakistan ceases all forms of cross-border terrorism,” he declared, reinforcing India’s commitment to countering terrorism.

Criticism of Pakistan’s Political Landscape

Parvathaneni also expressed concerns regarding Pakistan’s internal political situation. He referred to the imprisonment of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and the banning of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. These actions, he argued, signify a unique approach to democracy in Pakistan, where a constitutional coup has granted lifetime immunity to Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir through the controversial 27th amendment.

Pakistan’s Response

In response, Pakistan’s representative Asim Iftikhar Ahmad reiterated claims that Jammu and Kashmir remains an unresolved dispute. He argued that peace in South Asia cannot be achieved through unilateral actions, emphasizing the need for a settlement that respects the wishes of the Kashmiri people.

• Event: UN Security Council Open Debate on “Leadership for Peace”
• Date: December 15, 2025
• Key Figures: Harish Parvathaneni (India), Asim Iftikhar Ahmad (Pakistan)
• Recent Violence: Attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, April 2025: 26 civilian fatalities
• Indus Waters Treaty: Suspended due to Pakistan’s terrorism allegations

This ongoing exchange highlights the tension between the two nations, particularly surrounding the contentious issues of Jammu and Kashmir and terrorism. India remains firm in addressing what it sees as threats to its sovereignty while Pakistan calls for dialogue and resolution.