As External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj was very popular. On humanitarian grounds she granted visas to many Pakistan citizens who would reach India for health issues and better medication. Simultaneously Sushma countered Pakistan’s allegations on terrorism and cross border issues.
On that note, Sushma was always in war of words with Pakistan Minister for Science & Technology Fawad Hussain. Both had exchanged heated arguments on Twitter but never crossed the line and dignity. Getting to know about the demise of Sushma, Fawad Hussain said he will miss the Twitter fight with her and added that she was a giant in her own right. He then expressed his deep condolences to the family members of Sushma.
Earlier this year in March, Sushma summoned the Indian commissioner to Pakistan for a report on the abduction of two Hindu women. To this Hussain said it is Pakistan’s internal issue and do not intervene in it. In counter Sushma said she just sought a report and why Pakistan is worried for a small report.
Well, that Sushma Swaraj for us. She was inspiring and defended her country yet had values and respected citizens of Pakistan who would approach her for visa. Definitely, she will be missed!
