Upendra Dwivedi issued a powerful warning to Pakistan on Saturday, saying the neighbouring country must decide “whether they want to be part of geography or history” if it continues supporting terrorism against India.
The strong remarks came during an interactive session titled Sena Samwad at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi.
Addressing questions about India’s future military response to cross-border terrorism, General Dwivedi reaffirmed India’s uncompromising stand against terror activities originating from Pakistan.
“Pakistan Must Decide”: General Dwivedi
Speaking at the event, the Army Chief said:
“If Pakistan continues to harbour terrorists and operate against India, then they have to decide whether they want to be part of geography or history or not.”
The statement quickly gained attention across political and defence circles, with many viewing it as one of the strongest public military messages directed at Islamabad in recent months.
Remarks Come After Operation Sindoor Anniversary
The comments came days after India marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor.
India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 last year following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam. The Indian armed forces carried out precision strikes targeting terror infrastructure located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
The military escalation between the two nuclear-armed neighbours reportedly lasted nearly 88 hours before both sides reached an understanding to halt further hostilities.
India Reiterates Zero-Tolerance Policy On Terror
General Dwivedi’s statement reinforces India’s long-standing zero-tolerance policy toward terrorism and cross-border infiltration.
Defence analysts believe the warning also signals that India remains prepared for swift military retaliation if similar attacks take place in the future.
The Indian Army has repeatedly maintained that any threat to national security will receive a decisive response.
Operation Sindoor Still Shapes Regional Security Debate
Operation Sindoor continues to influence security discussions across South Asia, especially regarding counter-terror operations and India-Pakistan military relations.
The anniversary of the operation has revived debate over regional stability, terrorism, and future military preparedness amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region.
