Following the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India has taken the decision to shut down the Attari Integrated Check Post, a significant trade route connecting the country with Pakistan. Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla confirmed the closure and stated that only individuals returning to India will be allowed to pass through the check post until May 1, 2025. This decision will have a major impact on the trade between the two countries, with trade worth Rs 3,886 crore being affected. The closure of the Attari Integrated Check Post comes as a response to the security concerns raised by the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam. The move is aimed at tightening security measures and ensuring the safety of the citizens. India’s decision to temporarily close this key trade route underscores the country’s commitment to safeguarding its borders and preventing any further security threats. It remains to be seen how this closure will affect the trade relations between India and Pakistan in the long run.