India-Pakistan Conflict: Can Both Nations Afford a Full-Scale War? Here's the Estimated Cost

As tension between India and Pakistan escalates, the cost of a full-scale war is a question that continues to dominate. While historical figures give a hint, here's what estimates tell

Closing Ceremony At The Wagah Border
India Pakistan Border Tension 2025 | Photo: AP/K.M. Chaudary
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Introduction

70 terrorists. 9 Locations. Less than 1 Hour. A powerful retaliatory strike that brought the hammer down on Pakistan. India’s Operation Sindoor delivered a strong response to Pakistan’s deadly and barbaric Pahalgam attack, which claimed 26 innocent lives in Jammu and Kashmir.

While cross-border tensions have long been present, concerns are now growing that the conflict could take an uglier turn. In such times, one question always comes to mind: what price will both nations pay? Can both countries afford a full-scale war? Who will bear the brunt? While finding exact figures might be a fool's play, historical numbers surely provide a hint, if not a complete picture, of the price tag.

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