China is a South Asian country, sharing borders with 14 countries including India. Its significance lies in its rise in the region and hegemonic influence over smaller countries through loans and the Belt and Road Initiative. China and India have fought a major war in the 60s and have disputes over the Aksai Chin and LAC, and tensions over the Indo-Pacific.
A section of Indian news media has said that some 1600 to 1800 Chinese troops are still camping at Doklam as in December 2017 and there appears to be some storage of construction material. This news has signaled fears of revival of Doklam issue. While brave Indian forces are ever vigilant to meet challenge , if any , readers may like to know this Vedic astrology writer’s alert for more care and appropriate strategy in hitherto well known article – “ Astrologically speaking , some highlights for India in coming year 2017” – published in theindiapost.com on 19 October , 2017. The related text of the article reads like this :- “ Borders may not be silent. China could deliver a surprise at some strategic location or locations. Continue watch at Doklam”.
I endorse comments by Col. BGV Kumar. There is nothing surprising in the Chinese deployment. Having learnt a lesson from their past confrontations with India, including the recent one at Doklam plateau, necessary corrective measures were inevitable. I am absolutely certain that they will not risk taking any chances that might affect their international standing, and certainly when it comes to their much touted relative military strength against their main potential competitor in Asia. Stationed two hours away from the possible battle scene is not imminent danger, but certainly a factor that would have been considered by the Commanders in their ‘appreciations’ of that sector. Necessary action would surely have been taken. These are professional soldiers with ground experience and know their jobs well. No need to panic, but we must nevertheless remain vigilant and be prepared. Thankfully 2017 is not like the times of 1960s or even under the venerable AK Antony who was the most ineffective, non-performing Defence Minister that this country had to suffer for ten long years. A lot of water has since flowed in the Brahmaputra and Ganges, and today there is more confidence and capability enhancing steps that the government is taking. If two of the three chiefs say publicly that we should be prepared for a two and a half fronts, it shows that they are on a serious job.
I am a veteran n have commanded a Battalion in Doka La overlooking Doklam some 30 yrs back.
Geography of Sikkim does not permit us getting r mechanized forces there near the Tri Junction.
We need 2 creat Doklam in some other area of r choosing.
But remain prepared 4 any eventuality on the Water shed..n Mcmahon Line.
We can not have Manmohan type of spineless leadership.
We all have 2 have Na Mo ji 4 ten Terms.
N tire Northern Border infra has bn badly neglected.
Wake up India .. China means it.China does not like India equating with itself.
Pentagon has 2 have a long term policy of somehow splitting China the way they did 2 USSR…thru Gorbachove.
Of course r Commanders n Govt r fully in the know of the situation.
US Admn …Trump..Rex..Matty
Pentagon ….Abe. .all r Strategically creating the BLOCK …in right direction.
Indian Services Bosses r fully aware of this n so also the EAM.
If PRINT can access this information, our Def Forces would have this already. There is limitation to movement of large body troops from their side to target area where as there is no such problem from our side. Let NO one under estimate our response.
Make the Indian Army fit and capable to give bloody nose to Chinese and Pakistanis.
Three actions are required by our Govt ruled by worthy netas-
1. Give the desired weaponry to Armed Forces. Keep your force multipliers ready and serviceable.
2. TO KEEP “MEN BEHIND MACHINE” motivated (??) …..Give them “OBOR” as desired by Armed Forces and not by BABOOOOS and Worthy (?)Netas.
3. Also TO KEEP “MEN BEHIND MACHINE” motivated…… keep their status and benefits higher and better than BABOOOOS and Central Armed Police Forces.
Rest as you(Modi Ji, Jetly Ji, RM and MANIPULATORS) wish!?!?!?
God bless the nation with such an able Army but with depleted/LOWERED Status.
Jai Hind, Jai Hind ki Sena .
Indians need to be well prepared at all times in relation to the Chinese.
An xcellant analysis of Chinese deployment…based on an xcellant analysis of satelite imagery.
And the Chinese General of this region has been promoted 2 the CCP at its highest planning body.
We hopefully r getting ready 4 this design.
Future with China getting clearly aggressive
is not peaceful.
Forget Nehru’s Panchsheel.
Get the BrahMos ready!!!!
China can not develop until it will realise that Indian progress is necessity with its own.
It can not dictate terms to india.
Is the Indian government too complacent?? Should not take the Chinkies by their face value..We are aware as to what happened in 1962 as they back stabbed us at the behest of the womaniser Nehru.
Keep our soldiers on a strong vigil and build up the troops immediately.
First let India not panic.
Eventhough Chinese of 2017 are technically and economically far better than India , they cannot afford a war or Skirmishes on Indian borders as Indians have ability to hold and even push Chinese back. This is due to Geographical advantage India is having.
Inspite of less infrastructure then in 1987 Indians had held ground at the “Sumdorong Chu Valley” against Chinese for a very long period.
Chinese cannot afford to.loose their markets particularly in Western world by creating an image of an aggressor. Also Chinese will not be able to achieve much in territorial gains and this itself will be a blow to their efforts to build China ‘s image as physical power which is at par with US.
China will backstab when you least expect it . Always beware of the wily dragon. China will make you believe hindi Chini bhai bhai and then stab you in the back.
Why is India exposing its intelligence and intelligence capabilities?
Very good exposition of Chinese undercover troop build up. Hope Indian side has done the necessary analysis to avoid any surprises from PLA.
Very good analysis. We need to be extra vigilant. I am fully confident that our present government and defense forces are fully aware of the situation and are taking all remadial measures. Jai Hind Jai Bharat
India want to ready to replay if any thing did chines
It is entering into the Chinese deception to assume that Doklam stand-off is resolved. Chinese are the master in deception since their rise as a communist power. Their reputation has been dented in the Doklam stand-off and they cannot allow it to happen as their determined goal is to transform China as the “sole and uncontested” world power. What India can do? Draw a long term strategy to “isolate Tibbet, hold it militarily and make it free”. Find out what is required to achive this: 1. Armaments 2. International sympathy 3. Tie down China in South China Sea island confrontation in joint international venture of US, Japan, Vietnam, India 4. Aim your BrahMos to pulverise suitable military target(s) which also have political importance 5. Lead the world in voicing human rights violation of Chinese people and help them in dissidence 6. Speed up Make in India in military technologies 7. Deploy all forces as if ever ready to strike the target of your choosing 8. Silence Indian internal dissidence and disruption by opportunist political forces by speeding up CBI, FIRs, arrests, court cases … no dithering. 9. Rouse national sentiments by honoring flrces.
It’s a point of worry for India and It should also increase its military presence according to counter Chinese unforseen threat because Chinese can’t be believed.
Your analysis are always eye openers sir. Thank you.
Very articulate article and contains in-depth analysis. As is well known, you cannot trust any Chinese origin people. They are inherently traitor and will remain so in future also. Their hegemonistic attitude has been tasted by large number of nations in Asia. India has to keep its army well-prepared and we’ll equipped.
I think, if China starts doklam war with India, then it will be start of China’s downfall in the World.
This time China wants to come to Doklam with mechanised force. We will once again show them the way to retreat with our mechanised force.
I am a veteran n have commanded a Battalion in Doka La overlooking Doklam some 30 yrs back.
Geography of Sikkim does not permit us getting r mechanized forces there near the Tri Junction.
We need 2 creat Doklam in some other area of r choosing.
But remain prepared 4 any eventuality on the Water shed..n Mcmahon Line.
We can not have Manmohan type of spineless leadership.
We all have 2 have Na Mo ji 4 ten Terms.
N tire Northern Border infra has bn badly neglected.
Wake up India .. China means it.China does not like India equating with itself.
Pentagon has 2 have a long term policy of somehow splitting China the way they did 2 USSR…thru Gorbachove.
China Has Issues With All It’s Neighbours. They Can Jump The Fence …If China Attempts Any Misadventure On Our Indian Borders. We Must Also Up The Rhetoric From Our Side Aggressively.Thanks.
I Am Sure …Under Shri Narendra Modi’s Leadership … We Can Strike And Beat China. All Sorts Of Military Arsenal Must Be Used And In All Their Directions… To Create Panick Situation In Their Army Units. Our Airforce And Missiles Must Be Used Freely. Our Defense Purchases Must Be Given Top Priority.Public Opinions At Such Times Must Be Taken Only On Positive Note. Any Negativity Must Be Ignored In National Interests.Thanks.
Could be a decoy, with the intent to attack elsewhere, a thought that needs to be considered.