MEA Dismisses OIC's Anti-India Claims, Blames Pakistan
India's Ministry of External Affairs rebuffs OIC's resolutions, accusing Pakistan of manipulation.
MEA criticizes OIC for biased resolutions against India.
India asserts Jammu & Kashmir as integral, dismissing external comments.
Pakistan's actions in PoJK highlighted as a contrast to India's development.
On October 19, 2026, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India formally rejected the references made to India in the resolutions passed during the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in Baghdad on October 17-18. The MEA described these references as "malicious, biased, and false," attributing their orchestration to Pakistan's influence.
In its statement, the MEA expressed disappointment over the OIC's willingness to be exploited by Pakistan for its agenda, emphasizing that the organization lacks the authority to comment on issues that are strictly internal to India. The Ministry reaffirmed that the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India, and that politically motivated propaganda cannot change this fact.
The MEA highlighted the positive developments in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370, noting significant economic growth and improvements in infrastructure, tourism, and connectivity that have directly benefited the local populace. In stark contrast, it pointed out the situation in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), where it alleged that Pakistan has imposed violence and repression on civilians, resulting in numerous casualties, including women and children. The Ministry stated that no media blackout could conceal these human rights violations.
Addressing other references in the OIC resolutions, particularly those suggesting Islamophobia, the MEA characterized them as a "desperate attempt" by Pakistan to distract from its own record of minority persecution, sectarian violence, and governance failures. The Ministry raised concerns about the credibility and integrity of the OIC, given its repeated endorsement of Pakistan's propaganda, and expressed hope for reforms within the organization.
Looking ahead, the MEA's firm stance indicates a commitment to countering external narratives regarding Jammu and Kashmir while advocating for international recognition of India's sovereignty. The Ministry's remarks suggest that India will continue to address these issues on global platforms, seeking to clarify its position and promote its development narrative in the region.
