Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has issued a stern warning to Pakistan, urging it to immediately halt its support for terrorism or face severe consequences. Speaking at an Army post in Anupgarh, Rajasthan, Gen Dwivedi emphasized that India’s armed forces will not exercise the restraint shown in earlier operations if Pakistan continues to back terror activities.
“This time, we will not maintain the restraint that we had during Operation Sindoor 1.0. Our actions will make Pakistan question whether it wants to retain its place on the map,” he said. Gen Dwivedi also addressed Indian soldiers, calling on them to remain prepared, and added, “If God wills, you will get an opportunity soon. All the best.”
The warning follows the Indian Air Force’s claims during Operation Sindoor in May, in which Air Chief Marshal AP Singh stated that Indian forces had downed four to five Pakistani fighter jets, including US-made F-16s and Chinese JF-17s. The operation was launched in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack earlier this year.
During Operation Sindoor, India carried out precise strikes on nine terror camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), targeting terrorist hideouts, training centers, and key operatives. According to the Army Chief, the operation was meticulously planned to ensure that no innocent civilians were harmed and no military installations were destroyed. India also presented evidence of the destroyed camps to the international community, preventing Pakistan from denying the attacks.
“Had India not shared the evidence, Pakistan would have hidden the truth about these terror camps,” Gen Dwivedi said, underlining the transparency and accountability of the Indian forces during the operation.
Experts note that the Army Chief’s statements mark a significant escalation in India’s messaging to Pakistan, reflecting a zero-tolerance policy toward state-sponsored terrorism. Analysts also point out that the remarks could signal the possibility of follow-up operations if Islamabad fails to curb cross-border terror activities.
The recent warnings come at a time of heightened tensions between the two countries, with India vowing to safeguard its national security interests and hold Pakistan accountable for its support of terrorist groups.
