NEW DELHI: India has strongly rejected allegations made by Pakistan in connection with the recent terror attack in Karachi, describing the claims as “baseless” and urging Islamabad to address the terrorism infrastructure operating within its own borders instead of attempting to shift blame.
In an official statement issued on Saturday, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said regarding Pakistan’s accusations against India following the Karachi terror attack. The spokesperson categorically denied any Indian involvement and accused Pakistan of attempting to divert attention from its own internal security challenges.
India Rejects Pakistan’s Allegations
The MEA said it had taken note of reports from Pakistan alleging India’s role in the Karachi incident but dismissed them outright.
“We have seen Pakistani reports making baseless allegations against India regarding the recent incident in Karachi. We categorically reject them,” the official statement said.
India maintained that the accusations lacked any credible evidence and were aimed at deflecting attention from Pakistan’s persistent problems related to terrorism and internal security.
Karachi Terror Attack Triggers Diplomatic Exchange
The diplomatic response follows a recent terror attack in Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city and economic hub. Following the incident, sections of the Pakistani media and officials reportedly sought to link India to the attack without presenting verifiable evidence.
New Delhi firmly rejected these allegations, reiterating its long-standing position that it has no role in Pakistan’s internal security issues and that such claims are politically motivated.
The MEA stressed that unfounded accusations cannot substitute for credible investigations and responsible governance.
Call for Action Against Terror Infrastructure
In a strongly worded message, India urged Pakistan to focus on dismantling terror groups operating from its territory rather than blaming neighbouring countries.
The spokesperson stated, “Instead of pointing fingers at others, Pakistan would do better to look inwards, take credible action against the terror infrastructure on its territory and rid itself of its proclivity to rely on terrorism as an instrument of state policy.”
The statement reflects India’s consistent position that terrorism remains one of the biggest challenges in the region and requires genuine action rather than political rhetoric.
India’s Long-Standing Position on Cross-Border Terrorism
India has repeatedly maintained that Pakistan must take effective measures against terrorist organisations operating from its soil. Over the years, New Delhi has raised concerns on several international platforms regarding cross-border terrorism and the need for accountability against groups involved in violent activities.
Indian officials have consistently argued that meaningful regional peace can only be achieved if countries eliminate terrorist infrastructure and prevent extremist organisations from using their territory for planning and executing attacks.
The latest statement from the MEA reinforces that position while rejecting attempts to implicate India without substantiated proof.
Diplomatic Tensions Continue
Relations between India and Pakistan have remained strained over issues related to terrorism, border security and bilateral engagement. Statements following major security incidents often lead to diplomatic exchanges, with both sides presenting sharply differing narratives.
India has repeatedly emphasised that allegations must be supported by evidence and that responsible governments should prioritise transparent investigations over politically motivated accusations.
The response from the MEA also signals New Delhi’s unwillingness to engage with what it describes as unsubstantiated claims intended to divert attention from Pakistan’s domestic security concerns.
Focus on Regional Stability
India reiterated that lasting peace and stability in South Asia depend on decisive action against terrorism in all its forms. Officials have consistently called for zero tolerance towards terrorist organisations and greater international cooperation to eliminate safe havens for extremists.
The government maintained that combating terrorism requires accountability, credible law enforcement and sustained efforts to dismantle networks that threaten regional and global security.
By rejecting Pakistan’s allegations over the Karachi terror attack, India reaffirmed its position that the responsibility for addressing terrorism lies with those who allow such infrastructure to exist within their own territory.
The latest exchange highlights the continuing diplomatic friction between the two neighbours while underlining India’s insistence that counter-terrorism efforts must be based on facts, accountability and concrete action rather than unverified accusations.
