– India suspended the Indus water Treaty with Pakistan.
– Visa services for pakistani nationals where canceled; they were ordered to leave India by april 30.- India’s airspace was closed to Pakistani airlines, and employees at High Commissions have been reduced.
The recent meeting between Omar Abdullah and Prime Minister Modi underscores escalating regional tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack. While stringent measures like suspending visa services and shutting down airspace signal India’s retaliatory stance toward Pakistan-a country often accused of fostering cross-border terrorism-Abdullah’s remarks highlight another critical dimension: public involvement.
Effective counter-terrorism strategies must tread carefully to avoid alienating local populations in conflict-prone areas such as Jammu & Kashmir. A socially inclusive approach could foster solidarity among affected communities while isolating extremist elements further. Continued dialog on broader political solutions might also complement these security-driven efforts effectively.
The growing diplomatic rift between India and Pakistan poses challenges beyond immediate retaliation, urging policymakers to seek equilibrium between robust defense mechanisms and regional stability.