Without directly referencing his government’s decision to suspend the Indus Water Treaty in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday stated, “India’s water, which once flowed out of the country, will now be utilised for the nation.”
The prime minister made the statements during a summit of a news channel.
Govt took various steps against Pak
Following the Pahalgam attacks, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists, the Indian government took various measures against Pakistan.
The steps include suspending the Indus Water Treaty signed between both countries in 1960. Defence, Military, Naval, and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi were declared persona non grata and asked to leave India within a week.
Centre banned 15 Pakistani YouTube channels
The Indian government banned 15 Pakistani YouTube channels and shut its airspace for Pakistani flights. No, a Pakistani ship will be allowed to enter the Indian seaports, whereas social media handles of many prominent Pakistani celebrities and politicians have been suspended in India.
The government has affirmed its resolve to deal a crushing blow to terrorism. It has said that the terrorists responsible for the attack and the conspirators behind it will face severe punishment.
Centre has given armed forces complete operational freedom
The Central government has given the armed forces complete operational freedom to decide on the mode, targets, and timing of India’s response.
