Retired Captain Anil Gaur, a voice of authority in defense circles, has laid bare the reasons behind Pakistan’s steadfast resistance to reform. In a detailed exposition, he argues that deep-seated institutional biases and external dependencies keep the country mired in dysfunction, posing ongoing risks to India and beyond.
Drawing on his naval expertise, Gaur described Pakistan as a ‘rogue state in reformer’s clothing,’ feigning change while nurturing terror ecosystems. Recent ceasefire violations along the LoC exemplify this duplicity, he said, linking them directly to state actors.
Economically, Gaur portrayed Pakistan as teetering on collapse, with remittances and aid propping up a hollow economy. ‘Reforms demand cutting military fat, which the establishment won’t touch,’ he explained. Politically, the ousting of Imran Khan revealed fault lines, yet no genuine shift toward accountability.
Gaur zeroed in on radicalization drivers: state curricula glorifying invaders and a media landscape amplifying hate. ‘This toxic mix ensures future generations inherit conflict,’ he cautioned. He contrasted this with India’s democratic resilience.
Militarily, he debunked myths of Pakistan’s superiority, citing outdated hardware and doctrinal flaws exposed in past conflicts. ‘China’s drones won’t salvage their inferiority,’ Gaur quipped.
Looking ahead, Gaur called for sustained global scrutiny and India’s assertive posture. Pakistan’s path to redemption, if any, hinges on dismantling terror infrastructure and embracing pluralism. Absent that, escalation looms large, demanding proactive measures from all stakeholders.