Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 04:21pm on 21 May 2025,Wednesday India Global
India has expelled a second Pakistani High Commission staffer in New Delhi for alleged espionage, declaring him "persona non grata" and ordering his departure within 24 hours. The Ministry of External Affairs issued a demarche to Pakistan's chargé d’affaires, Saad Warraich, emphasizing that Pakistani diplomats must not misuse their privileges. This expulsion follows the May 13 removal of another Pakistani official on similar charges. The actions are part of "Operation Sindoor," India's response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. Subsequent measures include expelling Pakistani military advisors, reducing diplomatic staff, suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, and closing the Attari border crossing. Additionally, at least 12 individuals from Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh have been arrested for links to a Pakistan-based espionage ring. (PC: PTI & NDTV)
