The diplomatic and military tensions between India and Pakistan have sky-rocketed following the Pahalgam Terror Attack that took the lives of 26 civilians in Jammu and Kashmir on 22 April. The international community is now paying heed to the matter, with the UNSC slated to convene in a closed-door session today to discuss the worsening scenario in South Asia.
The Pahalgam Terror Attack occurred in one of the most frequented tourist spots in Kashmir and rocked the country. The victims were both local and tourist-locals alike, turning what was a scenic valley into a realm of horror. SSGs are still in the process of tracing the men behind the attack, where initial inputs suggest that terror outfits based in Pakistan have some involvement.
India Reaches Out to Global Allies
India is actively seeking global support following the Pahalgam Terror Attack. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has reached out to all members of the UN Security Council—both permanent and non-permanent—excluding China and Pakistan. He personally briefed them on the seriousness of the attack and urged them to hold Pakistan accountable for supporting terrorist groups.
Pakistan reportedly requested the UNSC meeting. In response, India emphasized the need for a stronger global stand against cross-border terrorism.
Ceasefire Violations Along LoC
In an alarming development, Pakistani forces have been resorting to unprovoked firing along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. Official sources confirm that unprovoked firing at this place marks the 11th consecutive night of ceasefire violations in at least eight forward sectors. The Indian Army has been responding effectively, yet the situation along the border remains extremely volatile.
According to defense officials, these ceasefire violations are essentially to facilitate infiltration of terrorists and to provoke a larger-scale military response after the Pahalgam Terror Attack. Conveners in the civil administration of border areas have been put on high alert and a number of families have been evacuated to safer areas.
Strategic and Diplomatic Response from India
Upon the Pahalgam Terror Attack, India undertook several measured draconian steps aimed at putting pressure on Pakistan, which include the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, the long-standing water-sharing agreement between the two countries. This has drawn global attention because of the signal it sends about the severe deterioration in bilateral ties.
India has scaled down diplomatic ties with Pakistan and halted all backdoor communication. Indian embassies have also received instructions to actively highlight Pakistan’s role in supporting terrorism.
Military Preparedness On Review
Amid these developments, top Indian military brass are engrossed in high-level consultations with political leadership. On Sunday, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh met Narendra Modi, to discuss the prospect of a retaliatory measure in consequence of the Pahalgam Terror Attack. Neither side has yet to issue an official statement. However, the Indian Air Force and Navy are now on heightened alert and are actively reviewing contingency plans.
Defense analysts believe that India is considering both covert and overt options. However, any action will likely be carefully planned to avoid direct escalation while clearly signaling a warning to the sponsors of terrorism.
Global Reactions and Next Steps
The international community is closely monitoring the situation. The United States, France, and the United Kingdom, among other nations, have issued condemnations of the Pahalgam Terror Attack and stood with India. There is an increasing demand for greater international action against terrorism emanating from Pakistan.
With the UNSC scheduled to meet behind closed doors, the world is awaiting any meaningful resolution or condemnation thereof. For India, the road ahead needs to balance diplomacy, defense, and domestic security precariously to ensure that the sacrifices of those who died in the Pahalgam Terror Attack will not go in vain. Source indianexpress
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