New Delhi, May 7 –
Amid rising tensions following the covert Operation Sindoor, former Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Mukund Naravane has made a cryptic yet powerful remark that has sent political and military circles buzzing.
Speaking at a closed-door defense forum in New Delhi, Gen. Naravane reportedly said:
🗣️ “Abhi picture baki hai…”
(The story isn’t over yet…)
This cinematic phrase, borrowed from Bollywood but loaded with strategic meaning, is being interpreted by experts as a thinly veiled message—India’s military preparedness and intent are far from exhausted.
What Does It Mean?
Though retired, Gen. Naravane continues to be one of the most respected voices in India’s military establishment. His statement comes just hours after leaked intelligence suggested a second phase of Operation Sindoor 2.0, targeting high-value terror assets across the border.
While government officials have not commented on his remark, sources close to South Block say his tone reflects the prevailing mood within the armed forces—firm, calculated, and determined.
“It’s not about war-mongering. It’s about unfinished business,” a defense analyst told Bharat Global Time.
Backdrop: Operation Sindoor Intensifies
Operation Sindoor, initially carried out as a covert counter-terror response, is believed to have targeted terror camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir with surgical precision. Now, with the reported elimination of figures connected to Jaish-e-Mohammed and wider ripple effects in Pakistan’s security circles, Sindoor appears far from over.
Reports now suggest the Indian Army is in high alert mode, and Phase 2 of the operation may already be underway or imminent.
Why Naravane’s Words Matter
Gen. Naravane’s comment echoes the 1990s-style doctrine of sustained pressure, where India is shifting from reaction to strategic preemption. His use of a cinematic phrase makes the message more accessible to the public—but no less serious to adversaries.
“When a General like Naravane says ‘Abhi picture baki hai’, it’s not rhetoric—it’s a warning,” said Lt. Gen. Rakesh Sharma (Retd.).
What’s Next?
With the Karachi Stock Exchange plunging, Pakistan’s Army on high alert, and Indian security forces maintaining operational secrecy, the region remains in a tense but controlled spiral.
Diplomatic backchannels remain active, but confidence in deterrence is visibly shaken. Naravane’s words may well become the defining line of India’s evolving military narrative in 2025.
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