Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi stated that Operation Sindoor against Pakistan in May was a “trailer” and that India is fully prepared to “teach” the adversary responsible behavior if needed. He also highlighted improved India-China relations and India’s strong deterrence against Pakistan’s nuclear threats, emphasizing that “talks and terror cannot go together.” 12 NEW DELHI: Operation Sindoor against Pakistan in May was just an “88-hour trailer” without the film actually beginning, Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi said Monday, warning that the Indian armed forces were fully ready to “teach” the western adversary “how to behave responsibly” if the need arose in future.General Dwivedi also said relations between India and China have improved a lot since Oct last year after dialogue among the leaders of the two nations to usher in “normalcy”, with military commanders on the ground also regularly meeting to resolve local issues.Addressing a curtain raiser event of the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, the Army chief delivered a stern message to Pakistan by stressing that as per the “new normal” India will continue to consider terrorists and their supporters alike.”Blood and water cannot flow together. Talks and terror cannot go together. India focuses on progress and prosperity. If someone creates obstacles in our path, then we will have to take some action against them,” he added.Alluding to Pakistan’s nuclear sabre-rattling, General Dwivedi said “India is in a position today where it is not scared of any blackmailing”. India has the political will and military capabilities, which are increasing by the day, for the requisite deterrence, he said.”Deterrence works only when the adversary believes you will act the way you warn them…the other side takes your resolve seriously. Today, our deterrence is working,” he said. On lessons learnt from Op Sindoor, General Dwivedi stressed the importance of integration among the Army, IAF, Navy and other forces, the need for timely decision-making at every level of the command chain, and ensuring proper ammunition and other supplies for even long-drawn out battles.He said the situation in J&K has improved significantly after the scrapping of Article 370 in Aug 2019. “After this, political clarity has come. There has been a huge decline in terrorism…,” he said, adding that of the 31 militants eliminated this year, over 60% were of Pakistani-origin.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosJaishankar, Russian FM Lavrov Hold Key Talks in Moscow Ahead of Putin’s India Visit ‘In 3 Weeks’India Doubles Down On Russian Oil Imports Despite U.S. Sanctions HeatBangladesh Seeks Hasina’s Return As India Notes ICT Tribunal Verdict, Calls For Peace And Stability’This Generation Can Bring Viksit Bharat Before 2047’: Army Chief Dwivedi’s Message To Gen ZHasina Verdict Sparks Outrage as Ex-Indian Envoy Questions Evidence and Awami League Cries Black DayPak Army Chief Asim Munir Vows ‘Strong Response’, Army Chief Dwivedi Warns Op Sindoor Was A TrailerPM Modi Condoles Families as 45 Indians Feared Dead in Saudi Bus CrashOusted Bangladesh PM Hasina Calls ICT’s Death Sentence ‘Rigged’, Says It Denied Fair Trial RightsFrench Consulate Staffer Molested In Bandra As Mumbai Police Launch Rapid Hunt To Track The SuspectAfter 5th August 2019…’ Army Chief Counters Mehbooba’s Charge Against Centre Over J&K Situation123PhotostoriesSecond innings as Bollywood favourites return and shine all over againKarisma Kapoor’s grace, talent and magnetic screen presence continue to define timeless Bollywood beauty for every generationFrom ‘Dil Tu Hi Bata’ to ‘Mayabini’: Zubeen Garg’s first birth anniversary:his best songsBirthday special: Nayanthara’s 5 best performances that seal her name as the ‘Lady Superstar’Zubeen Garg birth anniversary special: Lesser-known facts about the legendNayanthara birthday special: Social media moments with Vignesh Shivan and the twinsLemon, olive oil and more: 7 natural remedies to help relieve constipationZubeen Garg’s birth anniversary special: Films that define his cinematic journeyWhat happens when you eat garlic soaked in matha (buttermilk)This simple at-home test can reveal how fast your digestive system works123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodaySheikh Hasina VerdictBihar Government FormationGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingQTCinderellaTravis KelceKlay ThompsonAuston Matthews Net WorthDana WhiteTrey Benson InjuryLaMelo BallGiannis AntetokounmpoZion WilliamsonWho is Ella Hakkinen
NEW DELHI: Operation Sindoor against Pakistan in May was just an “88-hour trailer” without the film actually beginning, Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi said Monday, warning that the Indian armed forces were fully ready to “teach” the western adversary “how to behave responsibly” if the need arose in future.General Dwivedi also said relations between India and China have improved a lot since Oct last year after dialogue among the leaders of the two nations to usher in “normalcy”, with military commanders on the ground also regularly meeting to resolve local issues.Addressing a curtain raiser event of the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, the Army chief delivered a stern message to Pakistan by stressing that as per the “new normal” India will continue to consider terrorists and their supporters alike.“Blood and water cannot flow together. Talks and terror cannot go together. India focuses on progress and prosperity. If someone creates obstacles in our path, then we will have to take some action against them,” he added.Alluding to Pakistan’s nuclear sabre-rattling, General Dwivedi said “India is in a position today where it is not scared of any blackmailing”. India has the political will and military capabilities, which are increasing by the day, for the requisite deterrence, he said.“Deterrence works only when the adversary believes you will act the way you warn them…the other side takes your resolve seriously. Today, our deterrence is working,” he said. On lessons learnt from Op Sindoor, General Dwivedi stressed the importance of integration among the Army, IAF, Navy and other forces, the need for timely decision-making at every level of the command chain, and ensuring proper ammunition and other supplies for even long-drawn out battles.He said the situation in J&K has improved significantly after the scrapping of Article 370 in Aug 2019. “After this, political clarity has come. There has been a huge decline in terrorism…,” he said, adding that of the 31 militants eliminated this year, over 60% were of Pakistani-origin.
