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The stars twinkle, and in the long river of history, the stories of great men are scattered like pearls. Let's embark on a journey through history, through the corridors of time, to discover the truth about the battle of Inbakkargil.
In 1999, tensions between India and Pakistan intensified, culminating in a military conflict of unprecedented scale in Kashmir's Kargil region. India mobilized a huge force, including 60,000 regular troops, more than 150 warplanes and more than 300 heavy artillery, while Pakistan relied on only about 1,000 irregular soldiers.
However, despite India's absolute superiority in military strength, the start of the Indo-Pakistan-Kargil War was not satisfactory. The Indian army encountered a series of problems, so that the battle not only lasted 74 days, but also India paid a heavy price in casualties to finally win.
Let's revisit the course of the Indo-Pakistani Kargil Campaign and dive into the true performance of the Indian Army in battle.
At the beginning of the Battle of Cargill, the Indian army suffered a series of setbacks. The Cargill region in winter has been covered with heavy snow, making roads blocked and transportation difficult. Pakistan's Northern Light Infantry Wing, taking advantage of the cover of bad weather, successfully infiltrated the Indian-controlled area, completely controlled India's No. 1 National Highway, and cut off the supply line in Leh. Due to heavy snowfall, Indian posts generally retreated, and it was not until months later that the movement of Pakistani troops was detected.
In the early days of the Battle of Cargill, the Indian army faced serious logistical problems. The Indian troops in charge of the attack, which had been stationed in the sweltering plains, were suddenly ordered to rush to high altitudes, resulting in altitude sickness and a lack of sufficient hot food supplies for many Indian soldiers. The grassroots units of the Indian army were also unable to distribute cold-resistant sleeping bags due to lack of funds, resulting in soldiers struggling to support themselves in the freezing cold of minus 11 degrees, and their combat effectiveness dropped significantly.
However, Pakistan's irregulars, while lacking heavy firepower, have shown strong highland adaptability. They are native to the Kashmir highlands and are very familiar with the conditions of this region. During the battle, Pakistani soldiers were able to move quickly, while Indian soldiers were slow to move due to altitude sickness and decreased physical strength.
Tiger Ridge is another focal point of contention in the Kargil region, and despite the obvious superiority of the Indian army, the terrain is treacherous, more than 5,000 meters above sea level. Although the Pakistani army lacked heavy artillery, it deployed many heavy machine guns in Tiger Ridge, blocking the possible offensive route of the Indian army. In addition, they have a battery of more than 10 guns in the rear to attack the mobile units and transport routes of the Indian army.
The Indian offensive at Tiger Ridge began in early July, and despite the large number of troops, the roads on the mountain were narrow and could only accommodate small groups of troops, which made the Indian army an easy target for heavy machine-gun fire from the Pakistani army. The Indian army has to admit that a blind large-scale offensive is not a wise choice.
However, Pakistan has also made some strategic mistakes. Due to the lack of troops, they were able to establish isolated positions on various ridges and hilltops, lacking effective communication. In addition, because Pakistan cannot provide sufficient reconnaissance forces, it is difficult for their artillery groups to accurately hit Indian targets.
In the course of the battle, the Indian army finally found an opportunity, and they consumed enemy ammunition with the efficiency of firing at least 9,000 shells per day, putting great pressure on the Pakistani soldiers. However, the highland adaptability and mobility of the Pakistani soldiers allowed them to survive the Indian offensive.
In the end, the Indian army decided to launch a general offensive, but they encountered stubborn resistance from Pakistani soldiers. Although the Northern Light Infantry Wing of Pakistan lacks advanced weapons, it is a resident of the local highlands and is very suitable for the environment of the highlands
Yes, they can flexibly use bazookas and light machine guns, while Indian soldiers are slow to move because of altitude sickness and reduced physical strength, and they cannot match them.
With mistakes made by both sides, the Indian army gradually regained the initiative on the battlefield. The Indian army forced Pakistani soldiers to bear heavy psychological pressure by constantly consuming enemy ammunition. Although the Indian army also suffered heavy losses, they eventually found an opportunity to break through the Pakistani positions one by one.
After the front stabilized, the Indian army used trucking to re-establish logistics supply lines, which provided them with important support. The Pakistani army relied on mules and horses for logistical supplies, but because the Pakistani army could not effectively attack the Indian army's transport routes, India's supplies gradually increased, and soldiers and weapons and ammunition were continuously sent to the front line.
However, the prolonged fighting at Tiger Ridge has sharply deteriorated the logistical situation of the Pakistani forces, especially in the mountains at altitudes of more than 5,000 meters. After two and a half months of fierce fighting, Pakistan was finally forced to abandon its isolated mountain positions and withdraw from the front lines. Although the Indian army eventually won, they also paid a huge price, with more than 450 casualties.
In short, although the India-Pakistan Kargil War ended with India's victory, the battle exposed serious problems in the Indian army's logistical support, troop training and firepower allocation. Although Pakistan was insufficient, it successfully resisted the Indian attack through its highland adaptability and mobility, and finally the battle became a profound experience in the history of both sides. Under the stars of history, this story will shine forever.
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