Islamabad/Rawalpindi: On the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, fresh tensions surfaced between India and Pakistan after Pakistan’s military made strong statements targeting India, including remarks related to Kashmir and the Indus river system.
During a press briefing in Rawalpindi, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, who heads Pakistan military’s media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), spoke about the long-standing Kashmir issue and the water-sharing arrangement between the two countries.
Pakistan Raises Kashmir and River Control Narrative
Speaking to reporters, Chaudhry said that the rivers flowing through Kashmir would eventually come under Pakistan’s control. Referring to the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty, he stated that the agreement divided six rivers between India and Pakistan because their origins are linked to a disputed region.
He argued that since the dispute over Kashmir still exists, Pakistan believes it has a claim over those water resources. He further claimed that, in such a scenario, Pakistan would decide whether water should continue flowing toward India.
India Reaffirms Its Stand Against Cross-Border Terrorism
Meanwhile, as India observed the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, New Delhi reiterated its position on defending itself against cross-border terrorism and strengthening international cooperation against terror activities.
Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the anniversary serves as a reminder of India’s response to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam and the country’s determination to act firmly against terrorism supported from across the border.
Operation Sindoor Remains a Key Strategic Message
According to the Indian government, Operation Sindoor demonstrated India’s resolve to protect its sovereignty and respond decisively to security threats. On its first anniversary, officials emphasized that the fight against terrorism remains a top national priority.
