Pakistan, like the rest of South Asia, knows the art of cushioning national security decisions from economic and social pressures. The post-Pulwama situation in Pakistan can be compared with the 2002 military standoff. Theoretically, it is harder for Delhi to link Pulwama with Pakistan compared to the 26/11 attack on Mumbai. The understanding in Pakistan is that the post-Pulwama situation has actually worked to its advantage — or is a stalemate. Treating the situation in Kashmir primarily as an insurgency is likely to add to Delhi’s burden — not that of Islamabad’s.

Source: Indian Express April 01, 2019 19:57 UTC