Statement by India during the Enhanced interactive dialogue on the High Commissioner's report and oral update of the Special Rapporteur on Myanmar during 59th Session of the Human Rights Council (16 June – 9 July 2025) delivered by Mr. Mohammed Hussain K.S., Counsellor & Legal Adviser, Permanent Mission of India, Geneva, 27 June 2025
Mr. President,
- 1. India takes note of the High Commissioner’s report on the human rights situation in Myanmar.
- 2. We have consistently called for an immediate cessation of violence, the release of political detainees, unhindered humanitarian access, and a constructive, dialogue-based resolution. Yet, we remain deeply concerned by the precarious humanitarian and security landscape in Myanmar. The increasing influx of people into India’s northeastern states and the growing challenge of transnational crimes such as drug and human trafficking continue to be issues of serious concern.
- 3. As Myanmar’s immediate neighbour and a long-standing development partner, India reiterates the importance of a Myanmar-led and Myanmar-owned political process. We have always prioritised peace, stability, and development in Myanmar through people-centric initiatives and humanitarian assistance. As the first responder to the earthquake in Myanmar in March 2025, India launched Operation Brahma, delivering over 750 tonnes of relief material, deploying medical teams and establishing a field hospital. This builds on our earlier humanitarian efforts, including Operation Sadbhav in response to Typhoon Yagi, and assistance provided during Cyclones Mocha (2023), Mora (2017), and Nargis (2008).
- 4. India remains committed to supporting Myanmar’s transition towards an inclusive federal democracy and continues to coordinate closely with ASEAN under the Five-Point Consensus. We also support the efforts of the UN Secretary-General towards a peaceful and lasting resolution.
Thank you.
