Pakistani Member of Parliament Palwasha Jai Khan made a controversial statement in the Pakistani Parliament. She claimed that the first brick of the new Babri Masjid in Ayodhya would be laid by the Pakistani army, and that Sikh soldiers would not attack Pakistan.
Pakistan: Pakistani Member of Parliament Palwasha Jai Khan has sparked controversy with her inflammatory statement. In the Pakistani Parliament, she asserted that the Pakistani army would lay the first brick of the new Babri Masjid in Ayodhya and that the first Azaan (call to prayer) would be given by the Pakistani Army Chief, Asim Munir. This statement is further escalating tensions between Pakistan and India.
Palwasha Khan's Inflammatory Statement
Palwasha Khan, a member of the Pakistan Peoples Party, made this controversial statement in the Pakistani Parliament. She stated, "The Pakistani army will lay the first brick of the new Babri Masjid in Ayodhya, and the first Azaan will be given by Army Chief Asim Munir. We are not wearing bangles; our army is prepared to face any challenge."
This statement comes at a time when relations between India and Pakistan have become even more strained following a terrorist attack in Pulwama. Khan, in an aggressive tone, added that Sikh soldiers from Pakistan would not attack India because this land is considered sacred to the Sikh community as the birthplace of Guru Nanak Dev.
Impact of Palwasha Khan's Statement
Palwasha Khan's statement has drawn b reactions from both Pakistan and India. Her statement reflects an aggressive stance by the Pakistani military. Such a statement by a Pakistani parliamentarian is likely to further increase tensions between the two countries. This statement is particularly provocative given the already tense relationship between India and Pakistan.
Palwasha Khan's Political Background
Palwasha Jai Khan is the Deputy Information Secretary of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and has been a member of the Senate since 2021. She also served in the National Assembly of Pakistan from 2008 to 2013. Palwasha Jai Khan was elected from a reserved women's seat in Sindh province. Due to her party affiliation and political activities, she is a prominent figure in Pakistani politics.
Call for Military Preparedness
Palwasha Khan further encouraged Pakistan's military forces in her statement. She claimed that Pakistan doesn't only have 6-7 million soldiers, but the entire nation of 250 million people stands with its army during any crisis. She was attempting to bolster Pakistan's military strength. Her statement directly implies that Pakistan is fully prepared to deal with any external threat.
