In a strong yet measured statement amid rising regional tensions, Director General of Air Operations (DGAO) Air Marshal AK Bharti clarified India’s stance on the ongoing conflict, emphasizing that the country’s military actions are strictly targeted at terrorist threats and not directed at the civilians of Pakistan.
“Our war is only against terrorists. Our war is against the Pakistan Army, not the people of Pakistan,” said Air Marshal Bharti during a press briefing. The statement comes as part of efforts to differentiate between the hostile elements within the Pakistani establishment and the ordinary citizens of the neighboring country.
Air Marshal Bharti’s remarks highlight India’s commitment to a principled military approach, aiming to isolate and neutralize terror infrastructure while minimizing collateral harm to civilian populations.
This comes in the wake of intensified operations following cross-border escalations, as India continues its strategy of precision strikes and defensive posturing against military and terror targets within Pakistan-controlled areas.
The statement has been widely interpreted as an appeal to international observers, underscoring India’s focus on combating terrorism without fueling broader civilian unrest or humanitarian fallout in the region.
