The Indian Embassy in Indonesia has issued a clarification concerning recent media reports that misrepresented comments made by Captain Shiv Kumar, India’s Defense Attaché, during a seminar at the Indonesian Air Force University. The embassy stressed that Captain Kumar’s remarks were taken out of context, emphasizing that the seminar focused on the Indian Armed Forces’ commitment to upholding civilian political leadership and the goals of Operation Sindoor.
The seminar was organized to illustrate the structural distinction between India’s military governance and that of several neighboring nations. The embassy highlighted that a fundamental principle of India’s democratic framework is that the Armed Forces operate under civilian authority. The references to other countries were intended to provide context and not to serve as a direct critique.
This clarification comes at a time when there is increasing scrutiny of India’s defense posture, particularly as the country continues its modernization efforts. The embassy reiterated India’s dedication to maintaining transparent communication regarding its defense policies. Further information about the seminar’s discussions and additional insights into Operation Sindoor may be released as new developments arise.
