Radar Locks On: Indian Air Force’s 17-Day NOTAM Rattles Pakistan Defence Ministry | Exclusive

Last Updated:September 03, 2026, 6:04 PM IST

The Indian Air Force’s scheduled airspace reservation, spanning from September 21 to October 7, has triggered deep concern across Pakistan’s security apparatus

In response to the Indian airspace reservation, Pakistani security forces have been placed on elevated alert, with heightened vigilance enforced along the Pak-India border. Representational image

Exclusive intelligence inputs gathered by CNN-News18 reveal that the top defence brass in Islamabad have been thrown into a state of high anxiety following a major Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) issued by India. The Indian Air Force’s scheduled airspace reservation, spanning from September 21 to October 7, has triggered deep concern across Pakistan’s security apparatus, prompting an immediate high-level response.

According to exclusive inputs provided by a top security source, Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence convened an urgent meeting to conduct a detailed review of the Indian notification. The brief was directly submitted to the office of Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, highlighting the gravity with which Islamabad views the upcoming Indian military exercises near the border.

In response to the Indian airspace reservation, Pakistani security forces have been placed on elevated alert, with heightened vigilance enforced along the Pak-India border. Senior Pakistani defence officials emphasised that their forces remain fully prepared and are monitoring every move made by the Indian Air Force. Reaffirming their defensive posture, top security sources warned that Pakistan stands ready to deliver a “full response” to any potential Indian misadventure during the exercise window.

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What is the purpose of India’s 17-day NOTAM?

The 17-day airspace reservation, scheduled from September 21 to October 7, is intended for upcoming Indian military exercises near the border.

How will Pakistan respond to the Indian military exercises?

In response to the Indian military exercises, Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence held an urgent meeting to conduct a detailed review of the Indian notification. A brief on the situation was submitted directly to the office of Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces. Additionally, Pakistani security forces have been placed on an elevated alert, and heightened vigilance is being enforced along the border with India.

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