The Operation Sindoor debate in Parliament was very disappointing. The impression conveyed was that Indian politicians, desperate to take over the reins in Delhi, were speaking through their hats, without a clue about the basics of military strategy and largely unaware of what transpired in those few days of operations between India and Pakistan. Even schoolchildren would have had better knowledge than most of them.

It appeared that their intent was to discredit the armed forces for conducting a successful operation without major loss of military lives on our side and avoiding collateral damage across the border. Negativity was visible throughout the debate. Not a single Opposition politician began his address by congratulating the forces for having brought Pakistan to its knees in just 88 hours—something Israel failed to do in 12 days against Iran, despite Iranian air defences being rendered redundant and Israel having to beg the US for help.

In India’s case, China was behind Pakistan, providing it with satellite and real-time inputs on the movement of weaponry. In reality, India was fighting Pakistan backed by Chinese weaponry, technology, and intelligence inputs—all by itself. Its performance was truly laudable.

One member questioned why India’s top aircraft, Rafale, engaged enemy targets from within Indian territory rather than crossing the border, unaware that this is exactly why modern aircraft are procured. His remarks displayed that he had no clue about air operations but had to speak to impress his party leader, even at the cost of displaying ignorance. The end result was that he became a laughing stock, not only within the military and veteran community but also across the nation. Social media enthusiasts........

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