The tasking/execution of SF operations are unique and handling officers at army HQ are unfamiliar with it. This must change—specialists must take over.
SF units now function in isolation. They must come under one professional, unified command with access to the highest political authority. This is essential as special ops involve high political risk.
There is no mechanism in army HQ to execute politico-military missions. It still depends on the DGMO despite several proposals to the contrary.
The mindless expansion of special forces units must stop immediately.
Special forces must not be part of parachute battalions. They must have a separate identity.
A special SF budget must be allocated. Currently, they are equipped piecemeal, not even provided complete equipment packages.
Units must have full complement of sanctioned strength of officers at all times.
Direct link with civilian intelligence agencies needed.