Army Chief Mocks Pakistani Victory Claim; Acknowledges ‘Free Hand’ in Operation Sindoor

Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi delivered a jab at Pakistan for asserting victory over India in clashes that occurred in May following Operation Sindoor. He made these remarks during a speech at IIT Madras, stressing the significance of controlling the narrative amidst such situations. Dwivedi highlighted that Pakistan’s claims were far from reality and pointed towards the strategic warfare tactics employed to shape perceptions. The Army Chief questioned Pakistan’s assertions, bringing attention to the broader strategic implications of the clashes. He emphasized the need for accurate information dissemination to counter false narratives and uphold the truth effectively.