In the aftermath of the coup in Myanmar, India has called for the release of detained political leaders and upholding of “democratic processes” in the country. Speaking at the United Nations Human Rights Council, India’s envoy to UN In Geneva Indra Mani Pandey said, “Unfortunately, the hopes and aspirations of the people of Myanmar have been dealt a blow by the latest developments. We strongly believe that the rule of law and democratic processes must be upheld and the detained political leaders released.”
Adding”, “The right to protest peacefully is an integral part of the democratic ethos.”
This is the third such official statement by India in the aftermath of a coup by the military that took place on February 1. The first two statements were made by the External Affairs Ministry from Delhi.
Expressing “deep concerns”, the Indian envoy in his statement called on, “the leadership of Myanmar to work together to resolve their differences in a peaceful and…