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Speaking from the UN platform, the Indian delegation said Pakistan’s interpretation of “respecting the mandate of the people” stands in stark contrast to democratic norms. India pointed to a series of developments that, it argued, illustrate deep institutional interference in civilian politics and erosion of constitutional order within Pakistan.
Among the concerns raised was the imprisonment of a sitting prime minister, the banning of a ruling political party, and the passage of the 27th constitutional amendment, which India described as enabling a military-backed constitutional takeover. India further alleged that Pakistan had granted lifelong immunity to its army chief, a move it said weakens accountability and places military authority beyond the reach of civilian law.
India emphasized that such actions represent a troubling pattern of democratic regression rather than isolated political decisions. The delegation underlined that genuine democracy requires respect for constitutional limits, civilian supremacy, and the rule of law—principles it said were being compromised through these measures.
Highlighting the broader international implications, India urged the global community to remain vigilant and critically engaged when democratic institutions are diluted under the guise of legal or constitutional changes. It stressed that the credibility of democratic governance worldwide depends on collective scrutiny and adherence to shared values.
India’s remarks at the UN come amid continued international debate over civil-military relations and democratic stability in South Asia, reinforcing New Delhi’s position that sustained institutional interference poses long-term risks not only to national governance but also to regional and global democratic norms.
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