India, May 18 -- The Congress party announced on Sunday that they would not stop any leaders from participating in the diplomatic delegations that will be sent to various countries in an effort to garner support for India's zero tolerance policy for cross border terrorism backed by Pakistan.

The party also stated that leaders who have been named to represent the country must listen to their conscience and contribute to the exercise.

Congress general secretary-in-charge (communications) Jairam Ramesh accused the government of politicising the choice of delegates and operating with "malicious intent" after only one of four nominated Congress leaders made the cut.

The Congress had nominated Anand Sharma, Gaurav Gogoi, Syed Naseer Hussain,...