The Chief of Army Staff of India, General Upendra Dwivedi, recently expressed a strong opinion about India’s approach to the Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan. He said in an interview that since 2014, India has adopted a more assertive communication strategy, demonstrating that both countries have realized that India is serious about its position. He said, “If forced, we can be aggressive also,” emphasizing India’s willingness to take decisive action if provoked by Pakistan. Dwivedi also noted that the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir has changed significantly since the revocation of Article 370 in August 2019.
The Army Chief described India’s approach as one of “no compromise,” asserting that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India. He also addressed recent reports regarding ceasefire violations along the LoC, reaffirming that the ceasefire remains intact despite minor incidents. The Indian Army maintains a high state of alertness and continues to closely monitor the situation. He noted a marked decrease in both the number of terrorists and local recruitment into terrorist activities, suggesting that this change has contributed to a clearer sense of identity among the local population.
