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Deterrence or declaration? The case for revisiting Indias Cold Start doctrine

Following Operation Sindoor, India's Army plans to enhance its Cold Start Doctrine into 'Cold Strike.' This doctrine, born from the unfulfilled objectives of Operation Parakram, aimed for rapid, limited offensive responses to Pakistani-sponsored attacks. However, its development lacked inter-service and political integration, leading to unintended consequences and a loss of strategic ambiguity.

21 Feb 2026 11:29 pm