ProMASS, Oct 28, 2016: Reacting strongly, India today expressed regret over Pakistan’s decision to declare High Commission staffer of India in Islamabad, Surjeet Singh, as persona non grata and expelling him and his family members. Pakistan asked Singh to leave the country within 48 hours, sources said.
External Affairs Ministry condemned the act and said, Pakistan has not given any justification except for the “completely baseless and unsubstantiated” allegation that his activities were not in keeping with the diplomatic norms.
It said the action by Pakistan is an afterthought following yesterday’s apprehension of Pakistan High Commission staffer Mehmood Akhtar in Delhi while indulging in anti-India activities. The Ministry said Pakistan’s action further confirms that it continues to be in denial of its anti-India activities, including cross-border terrorism.
