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Politicising the Armed Forces has Consequences
Context:
The Anantnag incident occurred due to the Army's misconception that revoking Article 370 had resolved the Kashmir issue and underestimated Pakistan's capabilities.
Political Agenda in Military Strategy
- Recent Propaganda: The government's manipulation and aimed to cast Pakistan as a consistent threat is a move of distracting the military and civilian population from other critical issues.
- Vote Bank Consolidation: The success of the Army in CT ops boosted political national image, making it more receptive to political objectives.
- Alignment with Government: Steps like praising CT ops and fortifying the Line of Control fence further aligned the military with the government's political agenda, sidelining concerns about Pakistan's cross-border terrorism.
Challenges in Deterrence and Military Mindset
- Neglecting Deterrence: Instead of building credible deterrence against Pakistan, the Indian Army prioritized CT ops, which aligned with the government's political stance.
- Media-Military Nexus: The government used mainstream media to promote its narrative, discouraging criticism. It portrayed Pakistan as the primary threat and, through subtle manipulation, contributed to communalization.
- Belief in Propaganda: The Indian Army's belief in government propaganda, portraying Pakistan as a walkover and China as non-threatening, led to a disconnect from actual geopolitical realities in the region.
Impact on Geopolitical Realities
- Geopolitical Disconnect: The military's misbelief in its own propaganda hinders its ability to understand and respond effectively to actual geopolitical threats, including those posed by Pakistan and China.
- National Security: The emphasis on CT ops over building credible deterrence compromises India's national security by diverting focus from necessary military preparedness.
- Communication Gap: The disconnect between the military's perception and actual geopolitical realities poses challenges in formulating an effective national security strategy.
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