New Delhi: In a decisive escalation of diplomatic and strategic posture, India has formally revoked the Indus Waters Treaty, a decades-old water-sharing agreement with Pakistan. An official communication to Islamabad confirms the treaty's abrogation, citing Pakistan's persistent promotion of cross-border terrorism, repeated violations of the accord, and its refusal to engage in dialogue despite multiple overtures from New Delhi.
The Union Ministry of Jal Shakti released a statement underscoring that this step was necessitated by Pakistan's blatant disregard for treaty protocols and its continued support for terror activities that threaten India's sovereignty and internal security.
The situation has reached a critical flashpoint in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 innocent tourists. The attack, orchestrated by The Resistance Front (TRF)—an affiliate of Lashkar-e-Taiba—has reignited tensions between the two nations. Investigations by the Jammu and Kashmir Police confirm that at least two of the three attackers were Pakistani nationals, reinforcing the evidence of foreign infiltration and state-sponsored terrorism.
In response, India has not only terminated the Indus agreement but has launched a series of stringent countermeasures:
Diplomatic and defense staff from Pakistan's High Commission have been expelled.
The Tari-Wagah border has been sealed indefinitely.
All visas issued to Pakistani nationals, including medical travel permits, have been revoked. Citizens are required to leave Indian soil by April 27, with a brief extension until April 29 for medical emergencies.
Trade relations between the two countries have been suspended until further notice.
In retaliation, Pakistan has withdrawn from the Shimla Agreement and imposed a ban on Indian aircraft from entering its airspace. Indian authorities are now contemplating a reciprocal flight ban on Pakistani carriers.
Amidst rising national security concerns, an all-party meeting was convened at Parliament under the leadership of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Senior ministers and opposition leaders unanimously pledged support to the government’s firm stance against terrorism and its broader security measures.
During the session, it was revealed that local administrations failed to alert intelligence agencies prior to opening the Baisaran Valley—the site of the massacre—to tourists. While the government assured transparency and swift reforms, opposition parties questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s absence from the critical national security dialogue.
Still, the consensus remained clear: India stands united in its fight against terror and will not tolerate external threats to its peace, dignity, or borders.