Operation Sindoor has highlighted India’s diplomatic allies and the selfish interests of other nations, according to former MoD adviser Lt Gen Vinod Khandare. He emphasized the need for improved civil defense and acknowledged India’s advancements in technology, urging a comprehensive approach from lab to battlefield. Discussing the operation’s strategic pause, he noted the economic implications of war and the necessity of pragmatism in military decisions against Pakistan. Khandare advocated learning from global examples to enhance civilian safety, suggesting regulations for shelters in border states, and reaffirmed the Indian government’s commitment to combating terrorism effectively while weighing operational costs.