New Delhi – 23 April 2025: India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and shut its Pakistan border following the deadly Pahalgam attack in occupied Kashmir. On Wednesday, India’s Foreign Ministry ordered the immediate closure of the Attari-Wagah border. All Pakistani nationals were given 48 hours to leave India.
India’s senior diplomat Vikram Misri confirmed, “The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance with immediate effect.” The suspension also includes SAARC visa exemptions for Pakistanis. India additionally recalled its defense attachés from Islamabad, escalating tensions further.
The measures follow the killing of 27 tourists in Pahalgam, located in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Indian media blamed Pakistan without presenting credible evidence. Pro-government accounts linked to India’s RAW claimed the attack targeted non-Muslim tourists.
As in past incidents, unverified claims circulated quickly. Observers say these narratives risk increasing tensions without factual grounding. Independent journalists have questioned the reliability of these accusations.
Tensions have remained high since India revoked Kashmir’s special status in 2019. The move split the region into Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, allowing non-Kashmiris to gain residency. Mass protests followed across the valley.
Pakistan’s Foreign Office condemned the loss of life and extended condolences to victims’ families. It also expressed concern over the deteriorating regional situation.
Security experts warn that India’s decision to suspend treaties and recall diplomats may worsen instability in South Asia. They caution that revoking bilateral water-sharing arrangements could set a dangerous precedent.
New Delhi has yet to issue proof linking Pakistan to the Pahalgam attack. Diplomatic observers are urging both countries to exercise restraint and avoid steps that might inflame the situation.
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