ISLAMABAD: Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has strongly dismissed recent remarks by Indian officials suggesting India could block Pakistan’s water supply, calling such ideas “insane thinking.”
In an interview with Al Jazeera, the military spokesperson said, “Only a mad person can think that India can stop Pakistan’s water. It is not possible to cut off water for 240 million people.”
His remarks came after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that Pakistan would no longer receive water from rivers under India’s control, following a deadly April 22 attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). In retaliation, India suspended the decades-old Indus Waters Treaty (IWT).
Lt Gen Chaudhry reminded that six major rivers originate in Kashmir, a disputed region under international law. “If the people of Kashmir choose to accede to Pakistan, those rivers would legally be ours — making India the lower riparian state. Then Pakistan will decide how to handle that,” he said.
He also emphasised the resilience of the Pakistani people amid Indian aggression, stating: “In every city and street of Pakistan, you’ll see the answer written on people’s faces. This isn’t just a political or military battle — it’s a struggle of truth versus falsehood.”
Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos and Indian Aggression
Following India’s unprovoked missile strikes on May 6–7 — which killed several Pakistani civilians including women and children — Pakistan launched Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos, a retaliatory strike on Indian military installations.
During the operation, Pakistan shot down six Indian fighter jets, including three Rafales, and neutralised dozens of drones. A ceasefire was reached on May 10, brokered by the United States.
Lt Gen Chaudhry criticized India’s media-driven disinformation campaign, saying it attempted to falsely implicate Pakistan in the Pahalgam incident without presenting credible evidence. “India was asked to share any proof — not just with us, but with the global community or a neutral party. They still have nothing,” he said.
India’s Obsession with War and Sponsorship of Terrorism
Warning against the dangers of escalation, he said, “The world understands that war between two nuclear powers is a recipe for disaster — even imagining it is reckless. India is obsessed with war; it’s playing with fire.”
He accused India of being the region’s largest sponsor of terrorism, particularly in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. “India supports terror networks inside Pakistan while we continue to counter this threat without withdrawing forces or showing our full capabilities,” he said.
Human Rights Violations in India
Lt Gen Chaudhry also criticised India’s internal policies, accusing it of persecuting Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, and Dalits under its growing Hindutva-driven agenda. “This systemic oppression sparks inevitable resistance, but instead of addressing the root causes, India shifts blame to Pakistan.”
He denounced accusations of targeting religious sites, calling claims about the Golden Temple attack “the biggest lie.” He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to protecting Sikh holy sites such as Nankana Sahib, Panja Sahib, and Kartarpur Sahib.
“We deeply respect our Sikh brothers. There are historic and emotional ties between Muslims and Sikhs in Pakistan,” he added
Final Warning: Any Future Aggression Will Be Met With Stronger Response
Lt Gen Chaudhry made it clear that Pakistan acted decisively and independently in its response to Indian aggression. “We fought this war on our own terms — and we expect India to do the same if it has any self-respect.”
He concluded with a stark warning: “If India dares to repeat such actions, our response will be faster, stronger, and more decisive than ever before.”
