IAF and IN follow the doctrine that when a strike goes out and returns, we fly defensive CAP to take on any enemy fighter which might be coming behind them. The returning strike is normally low on fuel and if the airfield is taken out, may not be able to divert. PAF had used their best in that raid and they did not have defensive CAP for returning strike aircraft. We could have easily shot them down.
Sir.
Its a merry go round here.
Rules of Engagements as issued by GoI? Aint difficult to appreciate the limitations thereof.