Sociology Plus
In light of persistent hostilities and provocations from across the border, many experts and thinkers are suggesting that India needs to move beyond conventional responses. Instead of limited military action, a deep, economic and digital strike could cause far greater damage to Pakistan without direct conflict.
At sociology.plus, we present a strategic plan that could cripple Pakistan’s soft power, digital influence, and economic outreach in ways that would be difficult to counter or recover from.
Key Strategic Steps Proposed:
1. Cut Down People-to-People Contact
Restrict all cross-border civilian interactions.
Halt private, cultural, and professional exchanges.
Limit the emotional and human linkage to border incidents, ensuring unity and clarity within India.
2. Ban All +92 Phone Numbers in India
Direct all telecom operators to block incoming/outgoing traffic to and from Pakistan (+92) numbers.
Reduce the risk of espionage, scam operations, and propaganda spreading within India.
3. Ban Pakistani (.pk) Domains
Implement a nationwide block on all .pk domain names.
Disrupt online businesses, news media, and misinformation networks operating from Pakistan targeting Indian audiences.
4. Identify and Ban Pakistani-linked Businesses
Use web scraping and AI tools to trace businesses operating from Pakistani addresses (physical or virtual).
Ban their websites and services within India, cutting economic ties at a grassroots level.
5. 72-Hour Compliance Warning to Social Media Platforms
Issue a 72-hour compliance directive to major platforms (Facebook, WhatsApp, X (formerly Twitter), Telegram, LinkedIn).
Mandate them to:
Identify and delete all accounts registered with +92 phone numbers operating inside India.
Block all user profiles created using Pakistani IP addresses.
Platforms will be given 72 hours to fully implement these actions.
If they fail to comply within the given timeframe, their services may be suspended or banned in India until full compliance is achieved.
6. Block Pakistani Freelancers from Indian Market
Request platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, and Freelancer.com to stop listing Pakistan-based service providers for Indian users.
Prevent flow of freelance income from India to Pakistan, cutting off a vital channel of dollar earnings.
7. Global “Name and Shame” Listing
Publish and maintain a public database of Pakistani-owned businesses abroad, especially in Western countries (USA, UK, Canada, UAE).
Encourage Indian nationals at home and overseas to boycott these businesses, thereby reducing global remittance flows towards Pakistan.
Estimated Economic Damage
If fully implemented it could cause annual losses of at least ₹10,000 crore (approximately $1.2 billion) for Pakistan.
The figure could be much higher once cumulative impacts on freelancing income, IT exports, and international business dealings are factored in.
Why This Strategy Matters
Traditional wars come with heavy risks and global attention. In contrast, asymmetric and non-military strikes — particularly in economic and digital arenas — can impose heavy costs quietly and continuously.
This strategy is about changing the battlefield itself, attacking economic stability, digital reach, and international access — areas where Pakistan is far more vulnerable than on traditional fronts.
It’s time to hit where it truly hurts — and where they would least expect.
✅ Disclaimer:
This plan represents the opinion and strategic analysis of the editorial team at sociology.plus. It is not an official government policy nor based on any classified information. It is intended for public discussion and awareness only.