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Pakistan Navy’s Smart Strategy Forces INS Vikrant to Retreat

by Web Desk
April 28, 2025
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Pakistan Navy’s smart strategy forces India’s INS Vikrant to retreat from the Arabian Sea amid rising tensions between the two nations.

INS Vikrant Deployment:

India’s pride, the aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, was launched into the Arabian Sea near Pakistani waters on April 23, 2025. It was stationed near the INS Kadamba naval base at Karwar, Karnataka. The move came after tensions grew between the two nations following deadly attacks in Kashmir. 

India wanted to show its strength by moving its most advanced naval asset closer to Pakistan. Indian media and social media became very excited. Many believed this was a big show of power. They believed that the Indian Navy was getting ready for a future war with Pakistan. Deploying an aircraft carrier is a huge step, which usually means a country is getting very serious.

Pakistan Navy’s Calm and Response:

Pakistan decided not to panic when India displayed its aircraft carrier. Instead, the Pakistan Navy calmly and smartly handled the situation. Pakistan activated its anti-access/area-denial (A2/AD) strategy. This strategy is designed to make it very dangerous for enemy ships, like aircraft carriers, to operate near Pakistan’s waters. The formidable “carrier killer” missile weapons of the Pakistan Navy were operational and prepared.

The message was clear: if INS Vikrant moved too close, it could be attacked. This careful yet strong stance put India in a difficult situation. Deploying a carrier so close to danger without full control of the area is very risky. Aircraft carriers are powerful, but they are also very expensive and vulnerable if the enemy has strong anti-ship missiles.

Quick Retreat of INS Vikrant:

According to new satellite images (IMINT) taken on April 26, 2025, INS Vikrant was seen back at the Karwar port. Earlier images from April 23 showed the carrier heading into the Arabian Sea, but it didn’t stay there for long. Within just a few days, the Indian Navy decided to bring it back to safety.

This quick turnaround surprised many. Normally, an aircraft carrier is deployed at sea for weeks or even months, not just a few days. This short deployment showed that India was not ready to take big risks against Pakistan’s strong naval defences.

Why Did India Recall INS Vikrant?

There are several reasons why India decided to recall its aircraft carrier so quickly:

Pakistan Navy’s Strong Presence:

The Pakistan Navy did not back down. Their continuous patrolling and smart positioning in the Arabian Sea made it clear that any attempt to move closer would be dangerous for India. Indian military planners realised that keeping INS Vikrant out there without full security was too risky.

Carrier Killer Missiles:

Pakistan’s powerful anti-ship missile systems made a big difference. The purpose of these missiles is to destroy big ships, such as aircraft carriers. Knowing that such missiles were active at sea made India very cautious. A single missile hit on an aircraft carrier can cause massive damage, costing billions and hurting national pride.

Strategic and Political Reasons:

The Indian government also understood that if something bad happened to INS Vikrant, it would be a major embarrassment internationally. It could also cause big political problems inside India. Taking a safe step back seemed like the wiser choice rather than risking a major disaster.

Indian Media’s Reaction:

The Indian media was giddy with anticipation when INS Vikrant was initially deployed. News channels and social media users celebrated the move, calling it a show of strength against Pakistan. But after the quick return of the carrier, there was noticeable silence. Some experts and retired officers started questioning why such a powerful asset was withdrawn so soon. The truth is, it is one thing to show power, but it’s another to risk losing it. Pakistan Navy’s smart strategy made sure India thought twice.

Pakistan Navy’s Strategy: 

Pakistan’s handling of the situation is being praised by many defence experts. Here’s why their strategy worked so well:

  • Preparedness: The Pakistan Navy was fully ready at sea.
  • Strong Messaging: Without firing a shot, Pakistan made it clear that any aggression would be answered.
  • Deterrence: They successfully discouraged a larger and more expensive naval force without direct conflict.

This event shows how smart planning and readiness can achieve victory without even fighting.

Anti-Access/Area-Denial (A2/AD):

You might be wondering what A2/AD means. It is a military strategy where a country uses advanced weapons, radars, submarines, and missiles to keep enemy forces far away from its important areas. In this case, Pakistan used A2/AD tactics to make the Arabian Sea near its coast too dangerous for INS Vikrant to operate freely. Countries like China and Russia also use similar strategies to protect their waters from foreign ships.

The situation between India and Pakistan remains tense. Both sides are watching each other very carefully. Here are some possible future moves:

  • More naval patrols: Pakistan Navy may increase its sea patrols to maintain a strong presence.
  • Diplomatic talks: International pressure may push both countries to calm down and avoid further escalation.
  • Military exercises: India might conduct exercises away from Pakistan to rebuild confidence.
  • New strategies: Both navies will continue updating their tactics to stay ready for any future events.

Conclusion:

The recent retreat of INS Vikrant shows that strength is not just about having big ships and weapons. It’s about using smart strategies and being ready. Pakistan Navy’s calm, prepared, and powerful response forced India’s pride, INS Vikrant, to head back to its homeport in just a few days. 

Without firing a missile, Pakistan sent a strong message: “We are ready, and we will defend our waters at all costs.” As tensions continue, it is clear that smart planning and calm strength will play a bigger role than loud shows of power. Pakistan Navy’s success is a perfect example for others to learn from.

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