New Delhi also rejected Pakistan’s claims of foreign involvement, calling the allegations baseless. Expressing condolences to the victims’ families, New Delhi described the attack as a reprehensible act of violence against innocent worshippers. India Rejects Allegations of External InvolvementAlong with condemning the attack, India firmly dismissed suggestions made by Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif that another country may have been involved. The MEA criticised Islamabad for attempting to shift blame rather than addressing internal security and societal challenges. The attack has once again highlighted persistent security concerns in Pakistan, particularly around places of worship.

Source: dna February 07, 2026 05:52 UTC