Modi Govt Calls for Strong Action Against Pahalgam Terror Attack

Fast Summary

• Pahalgam Attack: A terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir claimed teh lives of 26 individuals (25 Indians and 1 Nepali citizen) on April 22, 2025.Several others were injured.
• Government Response: The Government of India pledged “strongest possible action” to avenge the attack and dismantle terrorism wholly, according to official sources.
• India’s Retaliatory Measures:

– Suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan untill it renounces cross-border terrorism.
– Closure of attari Integrated Checkpost; travel permitted for existing valid endorsements until May 1, 2025.
– SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES): Pakistani nationals barred entry; SVES visas cancelled with a deadline for holders to exit India within 48 hours.
– Expulsion of Military Advisors: Pakistan’s Defence, Naval, Air advisors declared persona non grata from its New Delhi High Commission; reciprocal recall by India from Islamabad High Commission within a week.

• CCS Meeting Outcomes: Post-Cabinet Committee on Security meeting chaired by PM Modi: condolences offered to victims’ families; concern expressed over timing coinciding with positive economic progress in J&K post-elections.
• International Support: Nations condemned the attack publicly and backed India’s stance against terrorism.

Indian Opinion Analysis

The terror attack in Pahalgam marks a grave moment with notable ripple effects on India’s security policies and regional relations with Pakistan.The government’s immediate retaliatory measures – including diplomatic expulsions and treaty suspension – highlight its intent to escalate consequences while diminishing avenues for bilateral cooperation until concrete steps are taken against terrorism.

Such a strong response underscores India’s increasing linkage between security concerns and bilateral agreements like water sharing via the Indus Waters Treaty which has been operational since the early Indo-Pak partition years but is now paused amidst geopolitical tension.

While dire consequences loom large for India-Pakistan relations, both nations may face added pressure from international actors as global condemnations emphasize zero tolerance toward acts of terror without derailing dialog opportunities long-haul pathways clearing trust frameworks intimidating beliefs

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