Stanford researcher writes why New Delhi in recent times has been left with an invidious all-or-nothing choice in the use of military force—either start a major war or abstain from action.
India, China have agreed to resolve outstanding issues in an ‘expeditious manner’ and in accordance with the existing agreements and protocols, MEA has said.
Fresh satellite images from the border area have shown new constructions by China on its side of LAC, possibly to provide back-up for troops posted amid stand-off with India.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said the right path for both countries is to respect and support each other as it serves long-term interests.
The fresh round of dialogue comes as India and China have hit a stalemate in military talks with regard to disengagement at multiple flashpoints in Ladakh.
The situation in Depsang is similar to the one that prevailed at the northern bank of the Pangong Tso, another sticking point in talks, before the intrusion this year.
The recent resignations of its seniormost judges are among the most pointed institutional protests Pakistan has witnessed since the lawyers’ movement of the late 2000s.
Without a Congress revival, there can be no challenge to the BJP pan-nationally. Modi’s party is growing, and almost entirely at the cost of the Congress.
Indian as a nation has its own ethos. Never in its history nor mythology ( ambiguous history) India harboured territorial ambitions, a product of its spiritual outlook. The main issues of securing its contentious borders which lie along mountainous and snow clad areas dictate that land forces are predominant. Joint forces are an operational necessity and military structures adequately cater for the same.
The present scenario has dictated modernisation at a rapid pace, that which will ensure decisive win against Pakistan in future wars. Nuclear aspect of Pakistan gets nullified by its own policy of waging wars through support of terrorist groups, which will eventually degrade its regular combat potential. It will be able defend itself against any change of status quo by China. The paper is based on misconceived perceptions rather than pragmatic approach of a developing nation moored in nonaggressive ideology.
Unfortunately we don’t really always articulate the requirements of the combat zone in modern perspective with prophylactic tactical & critical aspects .We often freeze the boundary of the combat zone which can always prove fatal from tactical & strategic point of view .We also need to consider all possibilities in a combat zone using the best knowledge , resources, common sense & weather , constraints, supplies with open minded. Commanders need to regularly brain storm to gather vital intelligence , and access the spirit skills & health ,moral and operational preparedness security of the units for combat.
A very pragmatic paper highlighting the existing obsession of Army with capture of territory and a diconnect between the conventional and the strategic domains to achieve deterrence. You mention the three major strategic changes of the 21st century: declaration of nuclear weapons by India and Pakistan, PLA modernisation and advancements of military technology. Well the impact of these three on Indian Army was indirect and a bit nebulous . The shock of Ladakh stand-off is direct and it is bound to trigger some review of doctrines. We at the Delhi Policy Group have authored a Policy Paper, ” Informationised Warfare with Boots on Ground – A Concept for the Defence of India in Continental Domain” It can be accessed at – https://www.delhipolicygroup.org/publication/policy-papers/informationised-warfare-with-boots-on-ground-a-concept-for-the-defence-of-india-in-the-continental-domain.html
The two papers read in conjunction with each other would provide some useful inputs to those looking at updating Indian Army’s doctrine for warfare in continental domain – IN INDIAN ENVIRONMENT. Would be glad to discuss further.
India needs to study closely how China has evolved and developed PLA in the last 4 decades. It shud seek guidance from Israel , US and France. We need a shake up in the thought process of defexnce planning which remains primitive so that we can defend our borders with lesser manpower. Better develop general purpose combat soldiers who can be used in all three forces. This will cut down defence budget on salaries and same can be used on research n modern warfare.
Indian as a nation has its own ethos. Never in its history nor mythology ( ambiguous history) India harboured territorial ambitions, a product of its spiritual outlook. The main issues of securing its contentious borders which lie along mountainous and snow clad areas dictate that land forces are predominant. Joint forces are an operational necessity and military structures adequately cater for the same.
The present scenario has dictated modernisation at a rapid pace, that which will ensure decisive win against Pakistan in future wars. Nuclear aspect of Pakistan gets nullified by its own policy of waging wars through support of terrorist groups, which will eventually degrade its regular combat potential. It will be able defend itself against any change of status quo by China. The paper is based on misconceived perceptions rather than pragmatic approach of a developing nation moored in nonaggressive ideology.
Unfortunately we don’t really always articulate the requirements of the combat zone in modern perspective with prophylactic tactical & critical aspects .We often freeze the boundary of the combat zone which can always prove fatal from tactical & strategic point of view .We also need to consider all possibilities in a combat zone using the best knowledge , resources, common sense & weather , constraints, supplies with open minded. Commanders need to regularly brain storm to gather vital intelligence , and access the spirit skills & health ,moral and operational preparedness security of the units for combat.
A very pragmatic paper highlighting the existing obsession of Army with capture of territory and a diconnect between the conventional and the strategic domains to achieve deterrence. You mention the three major strategic changes of the 21st century: declaration of nuclear weapons by India and Pakistan, PLA modernisation and advancements of military technology. Well the impact of these three on Indian Army was indirect and a bit nebulous . The shock of Ladakh stand-off is direct and it is bound to trigger some review of doctrines. We at the Delhi Policy Group have authored a Policy Paper, ” Informationised Warfare with Boots on Ground – A Concept for the Defence of India in Continental Domain” It can be accessed at – https://www.delhipolicygroup.org/publication/policy-papers/informationised-warfare-with-boots-on-ground-a-concept-for-the-defence-of-india-in-the-continental-domain.html
The two papers read in conjunction with each other would provide some useful inputs to those looking at updating Indian Army’s doctrine for warfare in continental domain – IN INDIAN ENVIRONMENT. Would be glad to discuss further.
Don’t need advice from white trash, and its left liberals stooges. Indian army did surgical strike you morons.
India needs to study closely how China has evolved and developed PLA in the last 4 decades. It shud seek guidance from Israel , US and France. We need a shake up in the thought process of defexnce planning which remains primitive so that we can defend our borders with lesser manpower. Better develop general purpose combat soldiers who can be used in all three forces. This will cut down defence budget on salaries and same can be used on research n modern warfare.