DG ISPR General Sharif Chaudhry warned that any drastic water blockage would be irrational and could trigger severe consequences the world will inevitably witness
By Asghar Ali Mubarak
RAWALPINDI: Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry, the Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), has issued a stark warning over any potential Indian move to block Pakistan’s water supply, describing the consequences as far-reaching and enduring. In a recent interview with a British news agency, he underscored the critical importance of water for Pakistan’s population of over 240 million and urged that no one should dare to cut off this vital resource.
While the government of Pakistan has already made its position on the water issue clear to India, Lieutenant General Chaudhry stated that the military has no further comment to add beyond what the civilian leadership has articulated. However, he was firm in his message that such a drastic act of water blockage would not only be irrational but would also invite serious consequences that the world would eventually witness.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to peace and stability, the military spokesperson emphasized that the Pakistani armed forces fully respect and follow the directives of the civilian government. He reiterated that the ceasefire along the Line of Control will be maintained, with ongoing confidence-building measures aimed at reducing tensions between the two countries. Yet, he warned that any violation of the ceasefire will be met with an immediate and precise military response, limited strictly to the area of the breach to avoid escalation.
Lieutenant General Chaudhry also confirmed the recent military developments in the aerial domain, announcing that the sixth Indian aircraft shot down by Pakistan’s air force was a Mirage 2000 fighter jet. He highlighted the restraint shown by Pakistani forces in targeting only enemy aircraft, without escalating the conflict further. Despite the hostilities, all Pakistani airbases remain fully operational, with resources ready to quickly restore any base if needed.
Turning to the broader political context, the ISPR chief sharply criticized India’s Kashmir policy. He described India’s approach as a failure, accusing it of repression and of treating the Kashmir dispute as an internal matter rather than a conflict requiring genuine dialogue. Lieutenant General Chaudhry warned that until India agrees to meaningful talks, the Kashmir conflict will remain unresolved, and the risk of further escalation will continue to loom over the region.
