HYBRID WARFARE IN INDO-PAK CONFLICT: CHALLENGES FOR PAKISTAN

Abstract

Hybrid warfare phenomenon has sought utmost importance in Indo-Pak conflict with multiple dynamics in modern times. Indian intentions of downplaying national security and objectives of Pakistan are evident by virtue of misinformation campaigns, propaganda tools, media narratives and twisting the facts at international forums. Pakistan being nuclear capable state has to come up with well devised policy to ensure deterrence in the region to tackle Indian hegemonic designs as well as securing its vital national interests. For this purpose, vigilance of Indian intentions and policies is the need of the hour.

Keywords: Hybrid Warfare, Media narratives. Misinformation, Deterrence, hegemonic Designs