Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has openly supported India’s Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. He stated that India’s strike on terrorist infrastructure is justified and that terrorists must not be given any leniency. This is being seen as a significant endorsement from a global leader in favour of India. Sunak, a member of the Conservative Party, served as UK Prime Minister following Boris Johnson’s resignation.
What Rishi Sunak Said
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Sunak wrote:
“No country should tolerate terrorist attacks being launched from territory controlled by another. India is justified in striking terrorist infrastructure. There can be no leniency for terrorists.”
Sunak’s Deep Connection with India
Rishi Sunak is a British politician of Indian origin and a prominent leader of the Conservative Party. His wife, Akshata Murty, is the daughter of renowned Indian businessman Narayana Murthy. His mother-in-law, Sudha Murthy, is a nominated member of the Indian Parliament. Sunak is also known for his close connection to Hinduism and is among the rare international leaders who proudly wear the sacred kalawa (holy thread) on his wrist.