At a high-level event in the United Nations, India strongly countered Pakistan after it raised concerns over the Indus Waters Treaty. India’s Permanent Representative P Harish stated that the treaty will remain in abeyance until Pakistan ends its role as a hub of terrorism. Calling out Islamabad’s record, he said India’s patience and goodwill were met with conflict and terror attacks. The statement marks a strong diplomatic push by New Delhi on the global stage. India also highlighted its achievements in water access, including massive rural supply programmes. As tensions rise, the message from India is firm — treaties cannot exist in isolation from ground realities. Ending terror is the first step towards restoring trust and cooperation between the two nations.