Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi has strongly criticized the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for appointing Pakistan as the vice-chair of the anti-terror panel, calling it a mockery of global efforts to combat terrorism. Speaking in Berlin, Chaturvedi expressed her outrage, stating that it was akin to making Masood Azhar, the head of the banned terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed, a professor of global peace.

Chaturvedi, who is part of an all-party delegation visiting Europe to highlight the threat of Pakistan-backed terrorism, pointed out the absurdity of entrusting a nation harboring 52 designated terrorists with a key role in counter-terrorism efforts. She emphasized that the world is suffering due to Pakistan's support for terrorism, and this appointment needs to be called out.

The Shiv Sena (UBT) MP highlighted India's stance on terrorism, asserting that while India is a tolerant nation, it is also the land of Krishna, where justice is served even if it means fighting against terrorists. She declared that India would not hesitate to combat terrorism to ensure justice is served.

Pakistan, currently a non-permanent member of the Security Council for the 2025-26 term, is set to chair the Council's Taliban Sanctions Committee for 2025 and serve as the vice-chair of the Counter-Terrorism Committee. This appointment has sparked widespread criticism, given Pakistan's well-documented history of supporting terrorist organizations.

Chaturvedi's remarks come in the wake of recent events, including the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, where the Indian Army targeted terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Masood Azhar himself confirmed that 10 members of his family and four close aides were killed in Operation Sindoor.

The MP also referenced the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines flight IC-814, where terrorists held passengers hostage in Kandahar, Afghanistan, and demanded the release of Masood Azhar. She questioned the message being sent to the world by entrusting Pakistan, a country that has historically supported terrorists, with a leadership role in counter-terrorism efforts.

Chaturvedi concluded by highlighting India's successful integration of its large Muslim population, contrasting it with the divisive rhetoric often propagated by Pakistani leaders. She reaffirmed India's commitment to fighting terrorism and maintaining peace and harmony within its borders.