Stop terror or risk erasure from geography: Indian Army Chief to Pakistan

In a scathing warning to Pakistan, Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Friday cautioned that India’s western neighbour must end state-sponsored terrorism or risk jeopardising its historical and geographical existence.Speaking at an event in Rajasthan, General Dwivedi said India would not hesitate to unleash greater force than that seen during Operation Sindoor 1.0, if provoked again.If Pakistan wants to maintain a place in world history and geography, it must stop state-sponsored terrorism. We will not show any restraint this time as we did during Operation Sindoor 1.0 and will go a step ahead if provoked again," he warned.He further said Pakistan could be compelled to “rethink” its very survival if India were to hit back harder. General Dwivedi also instructed troops to remain on standby, hinting at possible future military action.Please be fully prepared. God willing, you will get another opportunity very soon. All the best. Jai Hind," he ...

• 03 Oct 2025