Pakistani president Arif Alvi said "such comments were the reflection of a growing trend of Islamophobia in India, which is home to millions of Muslims."[44] Pakistan also issued a démarche to the Indian Charge d' Affaires in Islamabad.[45] A statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the Indian diplomat was summoned to convey Pakistan's categorical rejection and strong condemnation of the derogatory remarks.[45] "He was told that these remarks are totally unacceptable and have not only deeply hurt the sentiments of the people of Pakistan but Muslims across the world".[46]