Following a deadly attack in Pahalgam, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has granted the army full operational freedom to determine how and when to respond, according to Indian media reports. The move came after a high-level security meeting where officials reviewed the situation in Jammu and Kashmir.
Modi reportedly authorized the military to choose its own response strategy—whether in terms of targets, timing, or tactics—following accusations that Pakistan was behind the attack. Indian officials have blamed cross-border elements for the escalation in the region.
The decision signals a more aggressive stance by India, with defense analysts suggesting that military retaliation could be imminent depending on intelligence and strategic priorities.
This development marks a significant escalation in India-Pakistan tensions and highlights New Delhi’s intent to respond swiftly to security threats along its borders.
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