India summons diplomat after Pakistani naval unit collides with Indian Navy ship

September 16, 2026

New Delhi: India has summoned Pakistan’s Charge d’Affaires in New Delhi after a Pakistani naval unit collided with an Indian Navy ship. India lodged a strong protest with Pakistan over the incident. Indian officials described the behavior of Pakistani naval personnel as “unacceptable and unprofessional” and urged Islamabad to take appropriate steps to prevent such incidents in the future.

India raises issue with Pakistan

The Indian government expressed its concerns to Pakistan’s diplomatic representative in New Delhi following the maritime incident.

Summoning Pakistan’s Charge d’Affaires is India’s formal diplomatic response to the incident. The two countries already have sensitive relations.

Investigation into the collision under scrutiny

The collision between a Pakistani naval unit and an Indian Navy ship has raised questions about the conduct of the personnel involved.

India has called for the matter to be taken seriously and necessary steps to prevent such incidents involving naval units of both countries in the future.

The circumstances of the collision and the extent of any damage or injuries are currently unknown.