As the Director (Air Defence) of the Indian Air Force during the Balakot strike of February 26, 2019, I had the rare privilege—and immense responsibility—of being in charge of Mirage 2000 operations. One of the most significant operations in our modern military history, it wasn’t just a mission; it was a statement, a meticulously planned … Continue reading Balakot Strikes: IAF Fighter Pilot & Mirage-2000 Ops Director Recalls Heroic Mission When India Deflated Pakistan’s Nuclear Bluff