LONDON: National Command Authority Advisor Lieutenant General (retd) Mazhar Jamil has expressed concerns over India’s regional ambitions, delusional military doctrine and nuclear capabilities during a seminar held in London under the auspices of the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
Speaking at the event, Jamil identified what he described as India’s expansionist ambitions and pursuit of regional dominance as major sources of instability in South Asia. He also criticised India’s Hindutva-based politics, saying it contributed to unrest in the region.
Jamil warned that India’s military posture and rapid expansion of its nuclear capabilities posed risks to strategic stability in South Asia. He also questioned the credibility of India’s stated policy of not using nuclear weapons first, while expressing concern over its missile programme and dual-capable weapons.
Referring to the May 2025 crisis, Jamil said Indian aggression had brought South Asia close to the brink of nuclear devastation. He maintained that Pakistan had responded effectively to the aggression and subsequently exercised restraint to prevent further escalation.
He reiterated that Pakistan’s policy was clear, stating that any act of aggression would carry a heavy cost. He also described Pakistan’s nuclear and full-spectrum deterrence capabilities as key pillars in maintaining the strategic balance in the region.
On the Kashmir dispute, Jamil accused India of avoiding a resolution while attempting to suppress the conflict through military power and aggression. He stressed that the issue should be resolved in accordance with United Nations Security Council resolutions.
Concluding his remarks, Jamil called for political dialogue as a necessary path towards achieving lasting peace in South Asia, emphasising the need for efforts to address regional disputes and prevent further escalation.
