Sri Lanka was one of the first countries to acknowledge that India's decision regarding Article 370 and Jammu and Kashmir's bifurcation are its internal matters.
With the announcement of the UT status for Ladakh, the region has been expressing its joy and pride at finally being able to celebrate their language, culture and identity away from the dominance of Srinagar politics.
Congress seems to be determined to echo Pakistan's narrative over the issues of national security. Even after the Balakot airstrikes, Congress' statements had found endorsement from Pakistan.