We resumed the Generals Talk after a hiatus of nearly a month. In this episode , Lt Gen Satish Dua , Aadi Achint and I had a very interesting and fruitful discussion on the outcomes of the past two years since scrapping Article 370 . We discussed the internal and external factors, in hindsight and looked ahead as to what it will take to make the whole process a success. Few issues emerged. There is no going back. Every stake holder needs to look ahead. While there have been many gains, we must understand that it is a long road ahead which demands patience and maturity. It is not an easy road ahead. Most importantly there will be external ramifications to every action and internal repercussions. However we need a whole of government political approach as we look ahead into a hopeful future with determination and confidence. Comments on the discussion are welcome......
The Pakistani FM to BBC: War would be suicidal. Pakistan has already started negotiating with a gun to its head! Welcome home Wing Commander Abhinanadan. Well done. You flew into the Valley of Death and survived. India is proud. Sincere condolences to Air Marshal Waseem Ud Din on the loss of his son Shahaz Ud Din under most unfortunate circumstances. He was incredibly brave to continue his mission when others had turned around. Paradigm Emerged A lot has happened since Balakot. Some in focus some out. Some hyped. Some diffused. Time to sum up the situation and see where things are heading. Militarily it is called Review of the Situation. I will do it journalistically so that the intellectual western media understands it. They might or not buy our story. Incidentally it is not a story. It is not for sale. This is real live action. Nuclear exchange receding. Not ruled out. A fundamental paradigm has emerged. India’s fight is ag...
Another fine session
ReplyDeleteIt was a good discussion clearly laying out progress made so far and what needs to be done going forward. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteRe IL 76, they generally due to the nature of low bypass engines generate significantly less take off thrust than modern high bypass tuebofans. A C17 by comparison with its hi bypass turbofans and blown flaps wont suffer that serious a penalty. Do watch this il 76 take off video at sea level on hot day. https://youtu.be/ThoZNxy2JZk
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