New Delhi, May 9 -- Retired Indian Army officer Major General Dhruv C Katoch on Friday asserted that Pakistan attempted to escalate tensions with India, but the Indian armed forces responded strongly, including by destroying Lahore's air defence system.

Major General Katoch claimed the actions were part of a desperate move by Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir to protect his position.

Speaking to ANI, Major General Katoch said, "Pakistan is trying to escalate the situation again and again. This is the action taken by Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir... he is doing this to save his chair."

"India has given a befitting reply to Pakistan. India's air defence system has shot down the missiles and drones fired by Pakistan... we have destroyed L...