Modi Issues Harsh Warning: Prepares to Inflict Severe Penalties on Extremists
INDIA STANDS TOUGH AFTER PAHALGAM ATTACK
For a stern response following the Pahalgam terrorist attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave a warning that India will not just punish the guilty but also their handlers, with retaliation beyond their wildest dreams.
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The incident on April 22, 2025, that left at least 26 civilians, mostly tourists, dead in Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, saw India's leadership swiftly condemn the act. The Pahalgam attack was attributed to the Resistance Front (TRF), linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and Pakistan's alleged support for the militants was highlighted[5][3].
Actions Taken
India escalated diplomatic and security measures including:
- Indus Waters Treaty Suspension: India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, a key bilateral agreement shared between the two countries, marked a significant diplomatic escalation[3].
- Border Closure: The Attari–Wagah land border was closed as part of the response[3].
- Military Retaliation: After two weeks, Indian forces carried out a military operation against terrorist bases within Pakistan, leading to armed exchanges for four days before a ceasefire was agreed upon on May 10, 2025[3].
Financial and Economic Counterterrorism
India intensified efforts to pressure Pakistan at the global level, especially in the context of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The government prepared a dossier outlining Pakistan's alleged breaches of FATF anti-money laundering and terror financing norms, with the intention of pushing for Pakistan's inclusion on the FATF "grey list" at upcoming plenary meetings[1][2].
Consequences and Backlash
The attack incited fear among tourists and residents in Kashmir, leading to the temporary closure of hotels and businesses as people evacuated the area[3]. Social media and digital platforms became a hotbed of regional tension, with heated debates emerging across South Asia[3].
Analysis
India's response to the Pahalgam attack was multifaceted, encompassing military, diplomatic, and financial strategies. The government's promise of "retribution beyond imagination" was not mere rhetoric; it was evident in actions like treaty suspension, border closure, and cross-border military operations. The emphasis on international financial mechanisms aimed to isolate Pakistan and disrupt the funding networks that support terrorist activities. This approach showcases India's determination to employ all available tools – military, legal, diplomatic, and economic – to combat terrorism while also cultivating international support against terror financing[1][2][3].
Political discussions surrounding India's response to the Pahalgam attack, a war-and-conflicts incident, have been intense, as the nation seamlessly integrates general-news issues such as diplomacy, security measures, and financial and economic counterterrorism strategies. Post the Indus Waters Treaty suspension and military retaliation, India is also preparing a dossier to present at Financial Action Task Force plenary meetings, aiming to list Pakistan on the FATF "grey list" for alleged breaches of anti-money laundering and terror financing norms.
