India has urged the international community to remain vigilant against the transfer of sensitive weapons technology to countries with a history of proliferation or links to terrorism. The warning came amid concerns over weapons of mass destruction falling into the hands of terrorists and non-state actors, in an apparent reference to Pakistan.

Delivering India's statement at the UN General Assembly First Committee on disarmament and international security on Monday, Lok Sabha MP Alok Kumar Suman said, "Terrorism remains a major challenge to international security. India is deeply concerned about the risk of weapons of mass destruction falling into the hands of terrorists and non-state actors."

"We encourage all Member States to remain vigilant about the transfer of dual-use and sensitive technology, particularly to those with a record of proliferation or linked to terrorism," he said.

The remarks appeared to indirectly target Pakistan and the international proliferation network led by nuclear scientist A Q Khan. Known as the father of Pakistan's nuclear bomb, Khan headed an extensive network involved in spreading nuclear equipment and expertise. The US State Department described the network as providing a "'one-stop shopping' for countries seeking to develop nuclear weapons".

Suman is part of the second cohort of visiting Indian parliamentarians who arrived in New York for a familiarisation visit to the United Nations. During their stay, the MPs will participate in various engagements at the UN headquarters. They will also meet senior UN officials, envoys and members of the Indian diaspora.

Suman noted that India has been tabling a resolution titled 'Measures to prevent terrorists from acquiring weapons of mass destruction' since 2002.

India also reaffirmed its commitment to the full, effective and non-discriminatory implementation of the Chemical and Biological Weapons Conventions.