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DAINIK NATION BUREAU/NEW DELHI
In a strong response to the recent killings attributed to cross-border terror elements, India has taken a series of significant steps against Pakistan. The government has initiated a diplomatic and strategic pushback, sending a clear signal of zero tolerance toward terrorism.
The Ministry of External Affairs summoned the senior-most Pakistani diplomat in New Delhi to lodge a formal protest and convey India’s deep concern over the recent developments. Alongside this, India has closed the Attari-Wagah border crossing — the most prominent land link between the two nations — with immediate effect, halting the movement of goods and people.
In a major policy shift, India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, a long-standing agreement that governs the sharing of the Indus river system’s waters between the two countries. The suspension marks a serious escalation in bilateral tensions and could have far-reaching implications.
Further intensifying its stance, India has expelled Pakistani military advisers and ordered a downsizing of its high commission in Islamabad, reducing staff from 55 to 30 officials. This diplomatic step aims to limit formal interactions and signals deteriorating relations.
Additionally, India has cancelled visas issued to Pakistani nationals under the SAARC visa exemption programme, thereby curtailing regional travel privileges. This measure reflects growing distrust and India’s intent to isolate Pakistan diplomatically within the South Asian region.
These cumulative actions highlight India’s multi-pronged approach to address cross-border threats, signaling firm resolve in national security matters.
