NEW DELHI/SHIMLA: IT IS ceasefire now but violation by terrorist elements in Pakistan’s army continues to resort to violations.
Behind this sudden so-called silence of guns, if it is at all in the first place, lies India’s thunderous message: terrorism will be avenged—on our terms, at our time.
After the horrifying massacre in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 26 innocent tourists, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s words weren’t just symbolic—they were a declaration of India’s firm resolve.
Within hours of the carnage, Operation Sindoor was put into motion and finally launched after 15 days.
It wasn't just a military response—it was a statement from 1.4 billion people that enough is enough.
The operation, led by India’s intelligence and special forces, targeted terror launchpads deep inside Pakistani territory and PoK where Balochis heaved a sigh of relief from the Pakistan military terror in Balochistan.
Precision drone strikes, special ops raids, and cyber disruptions exposed how deeply Pakistan’s soil has been used as a terror nursery.
The Indian defence establishment made it clear—this was not about chest-thumping nationalism, but calibrated justice.
The Western media has termed India’s antiterrorism voice as hypernationalism (New YorkTimes), almost forgetting its recent history when al-Qiada suicide terrorists obliterated its twin towers, symbol of American Economic Prowess and prosperity, that in turn had killed hundreds innocent people. Didn't it leave America in disbelief and hypernationalism?
But then New York Times is no long an epitome of western journalism in this digital age as its selective approach is well-exposed worldwide.
While Pakistan launched its retaliatory Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos, firing missiles into Indian territory, India’s defence systems, strengthened by indigenous technologies and global alliances, held firm.
Civilian casualties were avoided through strategic evacuations and early warning systems, showcasing India’s military maturity and humanitarian commitment.
Meanwhile, Pakistan is crumbling internally. The alleged custodial torture of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and mass arrests of PTI supporters has sparked a fire that the Pakistani military can’t douse.
Videos of protests, state crackdowns, and widespread unrest flood social media platforms globally. Hashtags like #ImranKilledByISI and #FreePakistanFromArmy are trending worldwide.
India, while maintaining battlefield discipline, has gone full throttle on the diplomatic front.
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar spoke in straight words. “Pakistan cannot run with the hares and hunt with the hounds. If it harbours terrorists, it will face the consequences—not just from India, but from the international community.”
Adding fuel to Pakistan’s diplomatic isolation, social media users across the world have slammed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for releasing bailout packages to what they call a “terrorist state.”
Posts pointing out how global funds are being misused to feed terrorism instead of people have gone viral, putting the IMF on the defensive.
Even as missiles fall silent, the narrative is far from over.
Western media, traditionally cautious, has now taken note of the shift.
The Washington Post reported that “India has reshaped the deterrence landscape with a new doctrine: strike swiftly, strike surgically, and speak only after action.”
The Guardian echoed this, stating that “the Modi government’s military and diplomatic response marks a turning point in India’s counter-terror strategy.”
The ceasefire may have halted the gunfire, but the message from India resonates across global capitals: if the world won't call out terrorism, India will—with action. Loud and clear.
India wants negotiations at its own term not at Pakistani term. But the big question remains: With whom India will talk to.
The government which has no power, Army whose chiefs Change hands in no time.
Everything is unpredictable in Pakistan and terrorists here and there can regroup, bringing all good sense back to square one due to political instability in Pakistan, fear diplomats.
India has option to exercise caution and its diplomatic prowess must stretch itself to see other side of Pakistan that India has been experiencing for the last 75 years. Here is a rewritten version of your message in the form of strong strategic observations and recommendations:
Strategic Observations to Counter Terror Infiltration in Jammu & Kashmir needs to to be put in place, say experts.
Heightened Threat from Proxy Groups: Intelligence inputs indicate that terror outfits like Lashkar-e-Taiba, JeM, The Resistance Front (TRF), and elements within Pakistan’s ISI and army continue to pose a serious threat by regrouping and planning cross-border infiltrations, especially along the Line of Control (LoC).
Urgent Completion of Border Fencing: The LoC must be fully fenced without delay.
Existing gaps in physical barriers should be plugged, and the entire fencing infrastructure should be fortified with state-of-the-art electronic surveillance systems including thermal sensors, night vision cameras, and AI-based intrusion alerts.
No Laxity Post Tourism Reopening: With the Kashmir Valley reopening for tourism and trade, there must be no compromise on security.
Increased civilian movement must be matched with robust intelligence coordination and strict vigilance to prevent sleeper cell activation and movement of weapons or operatives under civilian cover.
Integrated Surveillance and Quick Response Teams: A layered defense mechanism should be deployed—combining border patrols, aerial reconnaissance, drone surveillance, and ground sensors. Special Forces and Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) must be on 24/7 standby in sensitive infiltration-prone zones.
Real-time Coordination and Intelligence Sharing: Seamless coordination between military, paramilitary, local police, and central intelligence agencies is essential. Real-time intelligence sharing and joint operations must be institutionalized to swiftly neutralize threats.
Tech-Driven Border Management: The Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of Defence must expedite deployment of advanced border management technologies under the Comprehensive Integrated Border Management System (CIBMS).
