Following the start of hostilities between India and Pakistan, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has issued his first official statement, one that reflects clear concern over Pakistan’s retaliatory response. His remarks signal a nervous shift in tone from New Delhi, with particular unease evident in the language used.

As tensions escalated and Pakistan responded with a strong defensive posture, Modi chaired a high-level meeting on Thursday. According to a CNN report by Esha Mitra and Sophie Tanno, the Indian prime minister emphasised the need for “constant vigilance” and “clear communication,” underscoring a sense of urgency and coordination within his cabinet amid the rising regional volatility.

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