Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Rajnath Singh: Talks with Pakistan on PoK Only
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that any talks with Pakistan will only be about Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), which India considers part of its territory.
He warned Pakistan against any misadventures, saying India would respond strongly, similar to Operation Sindoor.
Singh also criticized Pakistan for supporting terrorism and said India is focused on innovation and development while Pakistan is focused on terrorism.
He emphasized that India's defence forces are ready to respond to any threats from Pakistan.
Rajnath Singh stated that any dialogue with Pakistan will only focus on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
He warned Pakistan against any misadventures, citing India's capability to respond strongly.
Singh accused Pakistan of making terrorism its state policy and blurring the line between its military and terrorists.
He highlighted India's focus on innovation and development compared to Pakistan's focus on terrorism.
The remarks were made during Vijay Diwas celebrations in Ladakh's Dras, marking the anniversary of the 1999 Kargil War victory.
- Who
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
- What
- India's stance on talks with Pakistan and the focus on PoK
- When
- Sunday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Dras, Ladakh
- Why
- To clarify India's position on dialogue with Pakistan and to warn against any misadventures
India's Stance
Pakistan's Actions
Dialogue Focus
India's Stance
India insists any talks with Pakistan will only focus on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), which India considers an integral part of its territory.
Pakistan's Actions
Pakistan has not publicly responded to India's stance on limiting dialogue to PoK.
Terrorism and Military
India's Stance
India accuses Pakistan of making terrorism its state policy and blurs the line between its military and terrorists.
Pakistan's Actions
Pakistan denies these allegations and claims it is a victim of terrorism.
Military Response
India's Stance
India warns Pakistan of a strong response similar to Operation Sindoor if there are any misadventures.
Pakistan's Actions
Pakistan has not publicly acknowledged the threat but has historically denied any involvement in cross-border terrorism.
- Event
- Vijay Diwas celebrations in Ladakh's Dras
- Date
- Sunday (specific date not mentioned)
- Location
- Dras, Ladakh
- Key Figure
- Rajnath Singh, Defence Minister of India
- Operation Mentioned
- Operation Sindoor
- Historical Context
- Anniversary of the 1999 Kargil War victory