‘I said, Go ahead’: Ex-CDS Anil Chauhan recalls clearing Sargodha strike after Pakistan sought talks during Operation Sindoor

Former Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan recalled a pivotal moment during Operation Sindoor, a military operation by India against Pakistan. He revealed that Pakistan had sought talks with India, but he gave the order to proceed with the strike, saying "I said, Go ahead." This decision marked a significant moment in the operation, which was intended to keep the conflict threshold low while maintaining an element of surprise. The operation's outcome and the decision-making process behind it are likely to have implications for India-Pakistan relations and regional security dynamics.

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The former CDS recalled clearing the Sargodha strike after Pakistan sought talks. This indicates a willingness to de-escalate tensions during Operation Sindoor.

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