India’s firm stand on Kashmir and terrorism | Fusion - WeRIndia

India has consistently maintained a clear and unwavering position on the issue of Jammu and Kashmir.

According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the country’s stance remains rooted in two non-negotiable principles: Pakistan must vacate the territory it illegally occupies, and any discussions on the matter must be held bilaterally, without third-party mediation.

Despite repeated attempts by Pakistan to internationalise the issue and even seek intervention from global powers like the United States, India has firmly rejected such proposals.

Most recently, U.S. President Donald Trump offered to mediate the Kashmir dispute, much like he had in 2019.

However, India reiterated its long-standing policy, emphasising that Jammu and Kashmir is a bilateral issue and does not require external involvement.

Furthermore, India’s position on terrorism has hardened, especially following the tragic Pahalgam attack, where 26 people, mostly civilians, lost their lives due to a strike carried out by a Pakistan-backed terrorist group.

In response, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation, making it abundantly clear that the only conversation India is willing to have with Pakistan concerns the dismantling of terrorist networks and the return of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

He emphasised a significant shift in India’s counter-terrorism policy, stating that there could be no coexistence between terrorism and dialogue, trade, or even shared water agreements.

This stance was also seen as a direct response to Pakistan’s reported willingness to resume the Indus Waters Treaty in return for a ceasefire, an offer India is unlikely to consider unless Pakistan takes tangible steps to dismantle its terror infrastructure.

Furthermore, the Indian government signalled that any future acts of provocation would be met with strong and immediate military retaliation.

The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson reiterated that the primary unresolved issue remains Pakistan’s continued illegal occupation of Indian territory.

India’s position is resolute. The nation will not negotiate under the shadow of terror, nor will it allow foreign powers to intervene.

Dialogue with Pakistan is possible, but only when it aligns with India’s core principles of sovereignty, security, and bilateral engagement.

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