Embassy of India in Seoul hosts digital exhibition on "Human Cost of Terrorism"
By Kim Hee-suPosted : March 25, 2026, 17:48Updated : March 25, 2026, 17:51
Participants view digital panels during the "Human Cost of Terrorism" exhibition hosted by the Embassy of India in Seoul in association with the Korea Democracy Foundation at the National Museum of Korean Democracy on March 24, 2026. Courtesy of the Embassy of India, Seoul
SEOUL, March 25 (AJP) - The Embassy of India in Seoul, in association with the Korea Democracy Foundation, hosted a two-day digital exhibition titled “Human Cost of Terrorism” at the National Museum of Korean Democracy. The exhibition was inaugurated on Tuesday by Mr. Lee Jae-oh, President, Korea Democracy Foundation (KDF); H.E. Mr. Gourangalal Das, Ambassador of India to the Republic of Korea (ROK); and Ms. Kim Jae-won, Hon’ble Member of the National Assembly.
Lee Jae-oh, president of the Korea Democracy Foundation, delivers welcome remarks at the opening ceremony of the "Human Cost of Terrorism" digital exhibition at the National Museum of Korean Democracy in Seoul on March 24, 2026. Courtesy of the Embassy of India, Seoul
Mr. Lee Jae-oh in his welcome remarks underscored the symbolic significance of the venue, noting that a site once associated with the denial of freedom and human rights now stands as a reminder of the enduring value of democracy and human dignity. He emphasized that democracy is sustained through sacrifice and solidarity, and called for continued collective efforts to ensure that such tragedies are never repeated.
Gourangalal Das, Indian Ambassador to South Korea, delivers a keynote address during the "Human Cost of Terrorism" exhibition at the National Museum of Korean Democracy in Seoul on March 24, 2026. Courtesy of the Embassy of India, Seoul
In his keynote address, Ambassador Gourangalal Das highlighted the shared democratic values underpinning the India–Republic of Korea Special Strategic Partnership. He emphasized that terrorism remains a global threat to peace and stability and democracies like India and the ROK have the extra responsibility to speak out against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. He underlined that perpetrators, organizers, and financiers of terror acts must all be held accountable and called for a coordinated, resolute and global response.
Kim Jae-won, member of the National Assembly, delivers remarks at the "Human Cost of Terrorism" exhibition at the National Museum of Korean Democracy in Seoul on March 24, 2026. Courtesy of the Embassy of India, Seoul
Ms. Kim Jae-won, Member of the National Assembly during her special address highlighted the importance of cultural cooperation in promoting shared humanitarian values. She expressed hope that India and the ROK would continue to work together to advance peace, democratic principles, and cultural understanding.
Participants view interactive displays during the "Human Cost of Terrorism" exhibition hosted by the Embassy of India in Seoul at the National Museum of Korean Democracy on March 24, 2026. Courtesy of the Embassy of India, Seoul
Over the two days the exhibition saw participation of the people from diverse fields including journalists, civil society representatives and government officials. The digital exhibition aims to fosters greater awareness of the universal nature of terrorism and reinforces the importance of international cooperation in combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.