India rejects Pakistan’s claims on Kashmir, calls Indus Waters Treaty outdated at UNHRC (First Secretary at the Permanent Mission of India to the UN Anupama Singh (Photo: UN)) NEW DELHI: India launched a sharp attack on Pakistan at the 62nd Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), describing it as a “Frankenstein state” that nurtured terrorism as state policy and was now facing the consequences of its own actions.Exercising India’s right of reply during the Interactive Dialogue on the UN High Commissioner’s annual report, First Secretary at India’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations, Anupama Singh, rejected Pakistan’s allegations against India and criticised Islamabad’s repeated attempts to raise the issue of Jammu and Kashmir at international forums.”This is the country where the sitting defence minister boasts of hosting, training and deploying terrorists as a state policy, and yet Pakistan calls itself a victim of terrorism, indeed a paradox which only Pakistan could sustain. It is a living example of a Frankenstein state, which is shocked when its own monster bites back,” Singh said.India also rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir made by Pakistan and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), accusing Islamabad of using international platforms to divert attention from its domestic challenges and record on terrorism.”India is compelled to exercise its right of reply in response to references made to it by Pakistan and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation. We categorically reject the baseless and malicious allegations made by Pakistan. We also categorically reject the references to J&K made by the OIC. Pakistan’s propaganda is designed to mask its domestic failures and support for terrorism. Its misuse of the OIC Coordinator’s role only reinforces this deception,” Singh said.Reiterating New Delhi’s position on Jammu and Kashmir, Singh said the Union Territory remained an integral part of India.”Jammu and Kashmir was, is and will always remain an integral and inalienable part of India. The only unresolved issue is Pakistan’s illegal occupation of Indian territories and their return,” she said.The Indian diplomat also raised concerns over the situation in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), alleging repression and human rights violations in the region.Referring to recent unrest in Rawalakot, Singh said, “The ongoing tragedy in Rawalakot, the killing of hundreds of civilians and the brutal crackdown across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir are the predictable outcome of a system built on forcible occupation and sustained through repression.”Her remarks came amid reports of a June 14 security operation in Rawalakot. According to the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC), security forces dispersed protesters staging a sit-in at the Eidgah site, leaving at least two people dead and several injured. The group also alleged communication disruptions and restrictions on the movement of essential supplies following the operation.India maintained that Pakistan’s repeated references to Jammu and Kashmir could not alter the reality of the region’s status and accused Islamabad of attempting to deflect international attention from developments in territories under its control.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosExplained: India’s Telegram Ban Ahead of NEET Re-Exam; Necessary Step or Pointless Move?Football Legend’s Kolkata Tour Mismanagement Still Under Scanner; Accountability Questions GrowHow Jewar Airport Changed The Region: MLA Dhirendra Singh On Jobs, Investment And GrowthPunjab CM Bhagwant Mann Claims Forensic Reports Vindicate Him In ‘Sacrilege’ Video RowUBT Crisis Deepens as Raut Claims Rebel MPs Got More Cash and Moved to Safe LocationBJP Leader Burnt Alive, 2 Others Killed Over Sand Mining Clash In ChhattisgarhCalcutta High Court Refuses Interim Relief to TMC, Ritabrata Banerjee Stays Leader of OppositionSix Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Stay Away From Delhi Meet, Uddhav Camp on Edge As Defection Buzz IntensifiesVaiko-Vijay Meetings Trigger Buzz Over MDMK’s Future In Tamil Nadu’s Changing PoliticsModi-Starmer Confirm July 15 Launch Of Trade Pact Projected To Boost Bilateral Commerce123Photostories5 giant aquarium fish that bring life and personality to your tank60-second money lesson: The ₹500 challenge that could help you build over ₹1 lakh5 bedtime shlokas for children to end the day with positive thoughts and sleep peacefullyInside Mark Zuckerberg’s watch collection: From a $120 Casio G-Shock to a $2 million J.P. Fourne watch, Meta founder’s beautiful timepieces9 high-protein air fryer snacks for office tiffinThere are only 4 American states that start with the letter ‘A’; here’s why they’re famous among travellers5 famous Vande Bharat train routes in North India: Travel time, destinations and fareFrom Langra to Bombay (which has no Mumbai connection): Famous mangoes of India and why they are called soSkip the crowds and explore this offbeat mountain escape with rainbow viewsJapanese proverb of the day: “Life without endeavour is like entering a jewel mine and coming out…”123Hot PicksAaron Rodger ExCA TopperLionel MessiVaibhav SooryavanshiKannur University FYUGP TrialNFL Trade RumorsThomas TuchelWBJEE admit cardMP board second resultTop TrendingShreyanka patilIshan KishanShubham GillFIFA World Cup 2026What is Legacy BadgeDownload Optifine for Minecraft 26.2Aman SangerCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeDevajit Saikia
NEW DELHI: India launched a sharp attack on Pakistan at the 62nd Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), describing it as a “Frankenstein state” that nurtured terrorism as state policy and was now facing the consequences of its own actions.Exercising India’s right of reply during the Interactive Dialogue on the UN High Commissioner’s annual report, First Secretary at India’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations, Anupama Singh, rejected Pakistan’s allegations against India and criticised Islamabad’s repeated attempts to raise the issue of Jammu and Kashmir at international forums.“This is the country where the sitting defence minister boasts of hosting, training and deploying terrorists as a state policy, and yet Pakistan calls itself a victim of terrorism, indeed a paradox which only Pakistan could sustain. It is a living example of a Frankenstein state, which is shocked when its own monster bites back,” Singh said.India also rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir made by Pakistan and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), accusing Islamabad of using international platforms to divert attention from its domestic challenges and record on terrorism.“India is compelled to exercise its right of reply in response to references made to it by Pakistan and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation. We categorically reject the baseless and malicious allegations made by Pakistan. We also categorically reject the references to J&K made by the OIC. Pakistan’s propaganda is designed to mask its domestic failures and support for terrorism. Its misuse of the OIC Coordinator’s role only reinforces this deception,” Singh said.Reiterating New Delhi’s position on Jammu and Kashmir, Singh said the Union Territory remained an integral part of India.“Jammu and Kashmir was, is and will always remain an integral and inalienable part of India. The only unresolved issue is Pakistan’s illegal occupation of Indian territories and their return,” she said.The Indian diplomat also raised concerns over the situation in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), alleging repression and human rights violations in the region.Referring to recent unrest in Rawalakot, Singh said, “The ongoing tragedy in Rawalakot, the killing of hundreds of civilians and the brutal crackdown across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir are the predictable outcome of a system built on forcible occupation and sustained through repression.”Her remarks came amid reports of a June 14 security operation in Rawalakot. According to the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC), security forces dispersed protesters staging a sit-in at the Eidgah site, leaving at least two people dead and several injured. The group also alleged communication disruptions and restrictions on the movement of essential supplies following the operation.India maintained that Pakistan’s repeated references to Jammu and Kashmir could not alter the reality of the region’s status and accused Islamabad of attempting to deflect international attention from developments in territories under its control.
