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India's Counter-Terror Strategy Shift: From Restraint to Proactive Action

India's counter-terrorism strategy has transitioned significantly over the decades, moving from a passive, reactive stance to a bold, proactive policy that classifies any cross-border terrorist act as an 'act of war'. Following historical benchmarks like the 26/11 Mumbai attacks and subsequent major strikes, India introduced decisive military responses such as the Uri surgical strikes and Balakot airstrikes, culminating in Operation Sindoor following the Pahalgam terror attack in 2025. Furthermore, India unveiled its first comprehensive National Counter-Terrorism Policy and Strategy, 'PRAHAAR', in February 2026.

India's counter-terror strategy has evolved from passive warning to proactive cross-border military action.
Key milestones include responses to the 2016 Uri attack, 2019 Pulwama/Balakot airstrikes, and 2025 Operation Sindoor.
India unveiled its first comprehensive National Counter-Terrorism Policy and Strategy named 'PRAHAAR' in February 2026.

14 Sep 2026 Read more

Internal Security Governance

PM Modi's 'dimaag'i Naxal' remark escalates labelling of dissent as anti-national

Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day address introduced the term 'dimaag'i Naxals' (brainy Naxals), accusing them of steering the nation's youth astray, marking a significant escalation in labelling dissent. The author argues this criminalizes critical thinking itself, moving beyond 'urban Naxal' which implied connection to armed groups. This approach raises concerns about academic freedom, student movements, and civil society, potentially fostering a culture of surveillance and conformity. The article draws parallels to historical ideological militias and the suppression of dissent, highlighting the dangers of misusing national security narratives to stifle democratic discourse and critical inquiry.

PM Modi's 'dimaag'i Naxal' remark in his Independence Day address is seen as an escalation in labelling dissent and critical thinking as anti-national.
The term 'dimaag'i Naxal' criminalizes thought itself, distinct from 'urban Naxal' which implied connection to armed groups.
This approach poses a threat to academic freedom, student movements, and civil society, potentially leading to a culture of surveillance.

1 Sep 2026 Read more

Internal Security Current Affairs

India's Counter-Terror Strategy Shift: From Restraint to Proactive Action

PM Modi's 'dimaag'i Naxal' remark escalates labelling of dissent as anti-national

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