Union Minister C.R. Patil vowed to not accept bouquets or mementos as a gesture of welcome until retribution for the Pahalgam attack is achieved. He made this announcement at the 7th Global Investor Conference in Surat.
Pahalgam Attack: Union Minister of Jal Shakti, C.R. Patil, took a significant and emotional step in protest against the Pahalgam attack. From the stage of the 7th Global Investor Conference in Surat, he declared that he would not accept bouquets or mementos as a welcome gesture at any event until vengeance for the Pahalgam attack is taken. His decision was met with applause from the audience, sending a clear message – India's security and national defense are paramount.
C.R. Patil's Announcement in Surat
At the 7th Global Investor Conference held in Surat, Gujarat, Union Minister C.R. Patil refused to accept a bouquet offered as a welcome gesture and declined any mementos. The event organizers announced this decision from the stage, providing clarity on his actions. Patil stated, "Until retribution for the Pahalgam attack is complete, I will not participate in any such welcome ceremonies."
Patil's Stance on the Pahalgam Attack
Patil supported the Indian government's actions following the Pahalgam attack, which resulted in the loss of Indian lives. Subsequently, the Indian government revoked the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan.
The Jal Shakti Minister, C.R. Patil, stated that this decision was necessary for national security and that India must ensure that Pakistan receives not a single drop of water from the Indus River. Patil described this decision as historic and entirely in the national interest.
Objective of the 7th Global Investor Conference
The primary objective of the 7th Global Investor Conference in Surat was to support India's developing future. The event addressed crucial issues such as investment, entrepreneurship, and innovation. The conference focused on accelerating India's economic and social development. Patil used this platform to endorse his government's policies and emphasized that no diplomatic or security-related misunderstanding would be tolerated.
