Following the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 innocent civilians, the Government of India has initiated a sweeping series of diplomatic, economic, and security-related actions against Pakistan, which it holds responsible for sponsoring cross-border terrorism.
🇮🇳 India’s Response to the Pahalgam Terror Attack: A Full Breakdown
Following the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 innocent civilians, the Government of India has initiated a sweeping series of diplomatic, economic, and security-related actions against Pakistan, which it holds responsible for sponsoring cross-border terrorism.
🛑 Diplomatic Measures Taken by India
🔹 Suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty
India has unilaterally suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, a historic agreement regulating the sharing of river waters between India and Pakistan.
- Water flow from the Chenab River via the Baglihar Dam has been stopped.
- Similar action is expected on the Jhelum River.
- India has clarified that the treaty will remain suspended until Pakistan halts terror support.
🔹 Downgrading Diplomatic Missions
- The High Commissions in both countries will reduce staff from 55 to 30.
- This downgrade must be completed by May 1, 2025.
🔹 Revocation of SAARC Visa Privileges
- India has revoked the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme for Pakistani nationals.
- Existing visas are cancelled, with a 48-hour deadline for departure.
🔹 Closure of Attari Border Crossing
- The Integrated Check Post (ICP) at Attari has been shut down, halting trade and transit.
🔹 Indian Airspace Closed to Pakistan
- All Pakistan-registered aircraft are banned from Indian airspace until May 23, 2025.
💰 Economic Measures Against Pakistan
🔹 Complete Ban on Trade
- India has implemented a blanket ban on all imports and exports to/from Pakistan.
- This includes direct and indirect trade and goods transit.
🔹 Maritime Sanctions
- Pakistani-flagged ships are banned from all Indian ports.
- Indian ships are also barred from visiting Pakistani ports.
🔹 Suspension of Postal and Courier Services
- All categories of mail, parcels, and cargo services between the two countries have been halted.
🌐 Digital and Logistical Restrictions
🔹 Social Media Crackdown
- X (formerly Twitter) accounts of Pakistan’s Information and Broadcasting Minister and Defence Minister have been withheld in India.
- Several Pakistani celebrities’ Instagram accounts are also blocked.
🔹 YouTube Channel Ban
- Sixteen Pakistani YouTube channels spreading false or provocative content have been blocked.
🔹 Targeting the Terror Ecosystem
- Security forces have conducted raids across Kashmir, arresting hundreds of overground workers (OGWs) linked to terrorist outfits.
- Properties of terrorists and OGWs have been demolished.
🔐 Security and Military Enhancements
🔹 Border Tensions Escalate
- Multiple ceasefire violations have occurred along the Line of Control (LoC).
- The Indian Army has responded with active counter-measures.
🔹 Armed Forces Given Full Operational Freedom
- PM Narendra Modi has granted the military complete operational autonomy to respond as necessary.
🌍 Global Reactions and Outlook
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and other global institutions are closely observing the situation.
While India justifies its actions as necessary, calls for restraint and de-escalation are being echoed worldwide to avoid further deterioration in South Asia.
