India sought the postponement of the 11th SAARC Summit slated to be held in Kathmandu later this month in the wake of the military coup in Pakistan.

An External Affairs Ministry spokesman said, "The government of India has informed the SAARC chairperson and Nepal, as the host country for the next summit, that in the interest of SAARC and of a productive meeting, it would be appropriate to defer the summit for the time being."

He also said India's lasting commitment to achieving the socioeconomic goals envisioned by SAARC "remains undiluted and is second to none."

During consultations with SAARC members, India has already made it clear that it would take into account the recent developments in the region while considering the issue of holding the summit at this point of time.