Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi stated on Monday that Operation Sindoor against Pakistan in May was merely a "88 hour trailer" without the movie actually starting, cautioning that the Indian armed forces were prepared to "teach" the western adversary "how to behave responsibly" should the necessity arise in the future.
Additionally, General Dwivedi stated that since October of last year, ties between China and India have significantly improved as a result of talks between the two countries presidents to bring about "normalcy" and the regular meetings of military commanders on the ground to address regional problems.
Speaking at the Chanakya Defence Dialogue's curtain raiser event, the Army chief sent a strong message to Pakistan, emphasising that India will continue to treat terrorists and those who assist them equally under the "new normal".
"Water and blood cannot coexist. Talking and fear are incompatible. India prioritises development and wealth. We will have to take action against anyone who puts barriers in our way," he continued.
"India is in a position today where it is not scared of any blackmailing," General Dwivedi added, referring to Pakistan's nuclear sabre rattling.
He claimed that India possesses the necessary deterrence because to its growing military might and political determination.
"Deterrence only works when the enemy takes your resolve seriously and believes you will behave as you have warned. Our deterrent is effective today," he declared.
General Dwivedi emphasised the significance of integration between the Army, IAF, Navy, and other forces, the necessity of prompt decision making at every level of the command chain, and making sure that adequate ammunition and other supplies are available for even protracted engagements when discussing the lessons learned from Operation Sindoor.
He claimed that since Article 370 was repealed in August 2019, the situation in J&K has greatly improved. "There is now political clarity following this.
Terrorism has drastically decreased," he stated, noting that more than 60% of the 31 militants killed this year were from Pakistan.
