The Doctrinal Journey: From Gen Sundarji to Dynamic Response

Another article in Times of India (19 Jul) by Maj Gen Bipin Bakshi (Retd), maps out aclear, three- decade evolution of India’s warfighting philosophy: On India’s Military Doctrinal Shift

Strategic Insight: A brilliant second piece in TOI highlights a massive shift in India’s mil philosophy discussed at the STRIVE India event. Moving past the rigid templates of the old Gen Sundarji and Cold Start doctrines, India has transitioned to a “Dynamic Response Doctrine” (Deterrence to Punishment).

Policymakers now have a flexible, unpredictable range of cross-border kinetic options calibrated strictly to the scale of provocation.
A highly confident, proactive defense posture! 🎯 aarpee (STRIVE India)