A few bits of information from the post Balakot air skirmish. Perhaps outdated information, so apologies if already posted
1. The skirmish was a veritable gold mine for EW specialists in IAF and NTRO/RAW. Especially given that PAF really did go into it with their top of the line EW/ECM/ECCM hardware. Lots of research being carried out. Don't be surprised if PAF hurriedly buys up Chinese/Swedish EW systems now for future engagements.
2. The lessons from the EW/ECM efforts at the jamming inbound strike package has already led to a shift in EW employment procedures. Additional improvements aimed at protecting ground assets underway. Unfortunately Do not have much clarity what this entails in entirety.
3. Everyone is waiting for September 27. The terrorists waiting at launch pads, their handlers, the Pak army, the residents in PoK in the line of fire, the Stone Pelters, the overground workers, the Militants on our side and finally the IA and J&K SOG. The Militants on our side are definitely waiting for something, restricting themselves to building up logistics as best they can. Confrontation with SF is being avoided. J&K police won't openly admit it, but there is this uneasy feeling, the air is heavy with anticipation. IA is more relaxed, but even here there is that sensation that things could rapidly get more intense. Higher headquarters are, for their first time, in a long time, brushing up for actual conventional engagements should a rush on positions occur. Orders from higher command is to ensure own forces seize the initiative from the get go, if things go hot.
