Govt must not let public sentiment force a hasty decision, says Retired Lt General HS Panag

[Anna_nuv_thopu]

Synopsis

Following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26, including foreign tourists, India is facing immense pressure for retaliation. While the nation demands retribution, experts like Lt. Gen. Panag caution against hasty military actions, citing Pakistan's nuclear capabilities and India's limited technological edge.

 

By ET Online

 

Last Updated: Apr 26, 2025, 11:52:00 AM IST

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The terror attack in Baisaran near Pahalgam that killed 26 people, including tourists from the UAE and Nepal, has triggered a wave of outrage across the country. As demands grow for immediate retribution, strategic experts are cautioning the government against hasty actions driven by emotion.
 

 

Retired Indian Army officer Lieutenant General H S Panag has raised serious concerns over calls for revenge following the deadly attack. In an article published in ThePrint, Panag wrote, “A charged up nation fed on neo nationalism is baying for blood. However, the government must not let public sentiment force a hasty decision.”

Panag pointed out that Pakistan remains a nuclear-armed country with enough conventional power to respond to limited Indian military actions. “India does not have an overwhelming technological edge in any field—missiles, drones or airnaval power—to carry out retributory surgical strikes with impunity. Pakistan has the capability to respond in a quid pro quo manner and we should be prepared for the same.”

 

Retaliation likely within 48–72 hours, says Panag

While urging caution, Panag acknowledged that a retributory response is expected. He outlined limited military options such as fire assaults, special forces raids, and cross-Line of Control (LoC) operations to seize enemy posts. These, he said, would be below the threshold of escalation but could still invite counterattacks.

[Anna_nuv_thopu]

idhi ground reality…

thigh-slapping vaddu manaki..

whatapps lo erripoo gallu ededho forwarding…

Matter is simple…

If we own Kashmir… lets safeguard it with immaculate security…  topnotch intelligence…

RIP those people… 

Edho poramboku territory la ayyindhi..  that shithole place… own it and safeguard it… impose dictatorial rule if required… special rule is needed there until things become normal.

[ANNA_PLEASE_PETTU]

7 minutes ago, Anna_nuv_thopu said:

idhi ground reality…

thigh-slapping vaddu manaki..

whatapps lo erripoo gallu ededho forwarding…

Matter is simple…

If we own Kashmir… lets safeguard it with immaculate security…  topnotch intelligence…

RIP those people… 

Edho poramboku territory la ayyindhi..  that shithole place… own it and safeguard it… impose dictatorial rule if required… special rule is needed there until things become normal.

That's right 

Erri puvulo don't know how much it cost how many lifes it's going to cost 

Once this issue become old people move on to next masala

[futureofandhra]

18 minutes ago, Anna_nuv_thopu said:

 

Synopsis

Following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26, including foreign tourists, India is facing immense pressure for retaliation. While the nation demands retribution, experts like Lt. Gen. Panag caution against hasty military actions, citing Pakistan's nuclear capabilities and India's limited technological edge.

 

By ET Online

 

Last Updated: Apr 26, 2025, 11:52:00 AM IST

11

The terror attack in Baisaran near Pahalgam that killed 26 people, including tourists from the UAE and Nepal, has triggered a wave of outrage across the country. As demands grow for immediate retribution, strategic experts are cautioning the government against hasty actions driven by emotion.
 

 

Retired Indian Army officer Lieutenant General H S Panag has raised serious concerns over calls for revenge following the deadly attack. In an article published in ThePrint, Panag wrote, “A charged up nation fed on neo nationalism is baying for blood. However, the government must not let public sentiment force a hasty decision.”

Panag pointed out that Pakistan remains a nuclear-armed country with enough conventional power to respond to limited Indian military actions. “India does not have an overwhelming technological edge in any field—missiles, drones or airnaval power—to carry out retributory surgical strikes with impunity. Pakistan has the capability to respond in a quid pro quo manner and we should be prepared for the same.”

 

Retaliation likely within 48–72 hours, says Panag

While urging caution, Panag acknowledged that a retributory response is expected. He outlined limited military options such as fire assaults, special forces raids, and cross-Line of Control (LoC) operations to seize enemy posts. These, he said, would be below the threshold of escalation but could still invite counterattacks.

Neo nationalism first nundi vuntey India would have its own fighter jet 

Congi destroyed Indias edge and pushpams are trying but too late 

So much money compared to pak but military technology lo lacking 

 

[Anna_nuv_thopu]

3 minutes ago, CaptainMaverick said:

baagane mutti undtundi $$$....ituvanti vallu Indian military lo media lo rajakeeyallo chaalane unnaru! India ki inta bayataa satruvule! 

so ippudu war ki pothundi ani gattiga fix atinattu unnav.. 

will keep ltting this thread

[Konebhar6]

34 minutes ago, Anna_nuv_thopu said:

idhi ground reality…

thigh-slapping vaddu manaki..

whatapps lo erripoo gallu ededho forwarding…

Matter is simple…

If we own Kashmir… lets safeguard it with immaculate security…  topnotch intelligence…

RIP those people… 

Edho poramboku territory la ayyindhi..  that shithole place… own it and safeguard it… impose dictatorial rule if required… special rule is needed there until things become normal.

Easy to say this when their kin is not the one impacted. 

[psycontr]

21 minutes ago, futureofandhra said:

Neo nationalism first nundi vuntey India would have its own fighter jet 

Congi destroyed Indias edge and pushpams are trying but too late 

So much money compared to pak but military technology lo lacking 

 

How destroyed can you eloborate ?

[futureofandhra]

11 minutes ago, psycontr said:

How destroyed can you eloborate ?

Look at Indias air power you can see it 

 

[Copilot]

3 hours ago, futureofandhra said:

Neo nationalism first nundi vuntey India would have its own fighter jet 

Congi destroyed Indias edge and pushpams are trying but too late 

So much money compared to pak but military technology lo lacking 

 

Desham ante matti kaadoyi desham ante manushuloyi

manamemo nepo kids ki bj ichukunta kulam peru cheppi support cheyyale, capital peru cheppi laksh of crores cheppi fancy capitals kaavale

but malli

desham develop kaavale, heat manalanti balisinodiki eppatiki ardam kaadu

[pakeer_saab]

4 hours ago, futureofandhra said:

Neo nationalism first nundi vuntey India would have its own fighter jet 

Congi destroyed Indias edge and pushpams are trying but too late 

So much money compared to pak but military technology lo lacking 

 

offense to defense ratio is 1:9

india is wasting 9 units to defend, pakistan just needs to use one

if we change the game to offense, we will have an edge. this is the reality indians should think

[futureofandhra]

2 hours ago, Copilot said:

Desham ante matti kaadoyi desham ante manushuloyi

manamemo nepo kids ki bj ichukunta kulam peru cheppi support cheyyale, capital peru cheppi laksh of crores cheppi fancy capitals kaavale

but malli

desham develop kaavale, heat manalanti balisinodiki eppatiki ardam kaadu

Truth matters end of the day 

Not hate driven thinking 

[Anna_nuv_thopu]

20 hours ago, Konebhar6 said:

Easy to say this when their kin is not the one impacted. 

yah.. those who’s kin is a victim in this tragedy, can’t speak just yet. They will ultimately realize that it’s the govt that failed to keep the territory safe. 

Coming to the war topic, only fools think that it’s easy. Damage will be huge, there will be unexpected dents to otherwise flourishing country.

So, let that Pak starve to death, which eventually will happen. Only make sure to securer the border with super-high security standards and even don’t hesitate to bring special dictatorial law at state level to force everyone to abide by security measures that make it tough for terrorists living locally. Capture them and send them to El Salvadar kind of prison.

[Konebhar6]

1 hour ago, Anna_nuv_thopu said:

yah.. those who’s kin is a victim in this tragedy, can’t speak just yet. They will ultimately realize that it’s the govt that failed to keep the territory safe. 

Coming to the war topic, only fools think that it’s easy. Damage will be huge, there will be unexpected dents to otherwise flourishing country.

So, let that Pak starve to death, which eventually will happen. Only make sure to securer the border with super-high security standards and even don’t hesitate to bring special dictatorial law at state level to force everyone to abide by security measures that make it tough for terrorists living locally. Capture them and send them to El Salvadar kind of prison.

You missed my point. 
No matter how much security you put, when you have motivated terrorists, they will find a way. Still I agree GOVT has to shoulder some responsibility and tighten security. 
As for taking action GOVT should consider all options and give a strong reply which may or may not include war. Def not at the cost of our ecomomy or country. 
Coming to my point, it’s easy for someone Whoz kin is not involved to give an opinion or suggestion. It would be completely different if they are impacted. By no means I am saying he is right or wrong.

[Anna_nuv_thopu]

20 hours ago, Konebhar6 said:

As for taking action GOVT should consider all options and give a strong reply which may or may not include war.

they won’t take any action ani antunna… its just media and whatsapp university noise… 

[Konebhar6]

8 minutes ago, Anna_nuv_thopu said:

they won’t take any action ani antunna… its just media and whatsapp university noise… 

If they don’t, its very sad though