Pahalgam Terror Attack: In the wake of the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, India has taken a bold diplomatic and strategic stance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a high-level meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) at his official residence in New Delhi to assess the situation and chart the way forward. The meeting, held under heightened security protocols, signifies a major shift in India’s approach toward Pakistan.
Top Leadership Gathers at PM’s Residence
The emergency CCS meeting was attended by Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, among others. Officials familiar with the proceedings confirmed that the session lasted several hours and resulted in crucial decisions aimed at reshaping India’s national security and foreign policy postures.
India Terminates Indus Waters Treaty, Closes Attari Border Post
In one of the most significant outcomes of the CCS meeting, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced that India has decided to unilaterally terminate the decades-old Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan. Signed in 1960 under the World Bank’s mediation, the treaty has long been a symbol of water-sharing cooperation between the two nations, even during times of war. This move sends a clear and stern message in response to Pakistan’s continued sponsorship of cross-border terrorism.
Additionally, the Attari land check post—one of the most active and symbolic cross-border trade and travel routes between India and Pakistan—has been shut down indefinitely. This reflects a hardline diplomatic response and is likely to have strong regional and global implications.
PM Modi Cuts Short Saudi Visit
In a sign of the gravity of the situation, Prime Minister Modi cut short his visit to Saudi Arabia and returned to New Delhi on Wednesday morning. His decision to abandon a crucial foreign tour midway underscores the urgency and importance India attaches to national security. The Prime Minister was scheduled to address a bilateral investment summit but returned immediately after receiving updates on the Pahalgam incident.
Amit Shah Leads Security Review in Srinagar
Meanwhile, Home Minister Amit Shah flew to Srinagar on Tuesday evening and personally led the on-ground assessment of the security situation. On Wednesday, he visited multiple locations in and around Srinagar, meeting with top officials from the Army, CRPF, J&K Police, and Intelligence Bureau. After completing the detailed review, Shah returned to New Delhi to attend the CCS meeting.
Nation in Mourning, Government in Action
The Pahalgam terror attack, which left several security personnel and civilians injured, has sent shockwaves across the nation. While investigations are ongoing, early intelligence inputs suggest the involvement of Pakistan-based terror outfits. The Indian government, as indicated by today’s decisions, is clearly prepared to escalate diplomatic and strategic pressure on Islamabad.
What’s Next?
With the Indus Waters Treaty now officially scrapped and cross-border routes sealed, the future of India-Pakistan bilateral ties appears more uncertain than ever. While international observers and strategic experts analyze the long-term impacts, Indian authorities are expected to continue reviewing border security measures and prepare for potential retaliatory narratives from across the border.
The Centre has also reportedly put security forces in border states on high alert and may soon introduce new policy-level decisions concerning defense deployment and counterterrorism efforts.
India’s latest response marks a defining moment in its internal security strategy and foreign policy, especially in dealing with its western neighbor.
