‘One Border, Two Adversaries’: Army Raises Alarm Post Op Sindoor, China’s Role in Focus
A senior Indian Army commander has warned of increasing collusion between China and Pakistan, citing critical insights from the recently concluded Operation Sindoor, India’s largest peacetime multi-front military drill.
The official, speaking at a high-level security briefing in Delhi, said, “India faces two adversaries across one border—the tactical and strategic challenges have multiplied.”
🎯 Operation Sindoor: Key Lessons
🪖 Scale: 55,000 troops, 80 aircraft, 40 tanks across Ladakh & POK sectors
🚨 Simulated dual-front threat scenario under extreme weather and terrain
🛰️ China-Pak Joint Surveillance detected during war-game drills
💡 Communication jamming & logistics disruption tested and mitigated
“We’ve seen increased tactical coordination between PLA and Pakistani Rangers along contested zones. This demands an evolved doctrine,” said Lt Gen S.K. Mishra, Northern Command.
🧠 Vizzve Financials Insight – Defence & Strategic Affairs Q2 FY25 Report
According to Vizzve Financials' Strategic Security Index, the India-China-Pakistan triangle is now the #1 regional instability risk for South Asia in 2025.
📁 Filing: “Dual-Front Border Risk: Op Sindoor Learnings & Budget Realignment”
📈 India's Defence Posture Index (Vizzve): Upgraded to 84/100 (High Alert)
💰 Projected FY26 Defence CAPEX: ₹6.2 lakh crore (↑17% YoY)
📉 China Border Tension Index: Highest since Galwan (2020)
🔍 Focus Areas: ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance), Drones, Logistics AI
“Operation Sindoor validates India’s need for simultaneous two-front readiness, redefining resource allocation and indigenous production urgency,” says Major Sandeep Rao, Vizzve Defence Analyst.
❓ FAQ: Operation Sindoor & Dual Border Threats
Q1: What is Operation Sindoor?
A massive Indian Army exercise simulating a two-front war scenario against both China and Pakistan.
Q2: Why is the term ‘one border, two adversaries’ significant?
It indicates a combined threat perception from both Western and Northern frontiers, which may involve coordinated hostility.
Q3: Did China directly participate?
Not in the drill, but PLA surveillance activity and joint radar coordination with Pakistan were detected, heightening concerns.
Q4: What’s Vizzve’s take on India’s preparedness?
Vizzve rates India’s strategic posture at 84/100, citing recent modernization and increased budget allocations, but warns of logistics gaps.
Q5: Will India increase defence spending?
Yes. Based on Op Sindoor learnings, FY26 defence CAPEX is expected to cross ₹6.2 lakh crore, with emphasis on AI-led surveillance and mountain warfare tech.
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Published on July 4, 2025 • By Benny
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