Key Highlights:
Pahalgam Terror Attack: PM Modi Chairs High-Level Security Meeting, Tough Measures Announced
Following the brutal Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level security meeting on Tuesday, reaffirming the government’s commitment to delivering severe punishment to the terrorists and conspirators involved.
The meeting, held at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, was attended by top defence and security officials, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
Key Participants at the Security Meeting
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
- National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval
- Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan
- Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi
- Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi
- Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh
The presence of India’s top military and security leadership signaled a unified and decisive approach to counter-terrorism efforts.
Major Decisions and Announcements
- Severe Punishment:
The government reiterated its resolve to track down and punish all terrorists and their cross-border handlers responsible for the Pahalgam attack. - Cross-Border Linkages:
The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) briefing highlighted the cross-border nature of the attack, pointing towards Pakistan-based terrorist networks. - Suspension of Indus Water Treaty:
As a part of retaliatory measures, the government announced the decision to put the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance, sending a strong message to Islamabad regarding its continued support for terrorism.
Political Unity Against Terrorism
Following the attack, the government convened an all-party meeting, where opposition parties extended full support to any steps taken to punish the perpetrators.
The rare political consensus underscores the national importance of fighting terrorism with a united front.
Context: Attack Amid Kashmir’s Positive Momentum
The deadly attack comes at a time when Jammu and Kashmir was witnessing:
- Successful elections with increasing voter participation.
- Steady economic progress through infrastructure and tourism development.
Security analysts believe that the terror strike was aimed at destabilizing the region’s growing peace and prosperity.
What Lies Ahead
With intelligence agencies and armed forces on high alert, further operational actions are expected to be taken swiftly. India’s diplomatic outreach is also likely to intensify to expose cross-border terrorism networks at global forums.
Prime Minister Modi has made it clear that no provocation will go unanswered, signaling a potential escalation in counter-terror operations in the coming days.
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