I think China is creating a trap for itself. There won’t be any gains in Himalayan region just like Panjshir. Any offensive will come under gurella tactics by the opposing force.
This is an opportunity to put China in place vis -a-vis trade imbalance between India and China.
India should cutoff trade and transactions between India and China. Deny anything the market access of Chinese made just like how India banned Chinese apps. Force the MNCs to setup manufacturing plants in India if they want market a
China is in the midst of real estate bubble, their tech giants growth story is almost over as they are being denied market access.
Internally China is going through one crisis to another crisis and these are distractions
Indian Armed forces can take care of any Chinese offensive.
Additionally, going forward India should recruit territorial Army for civilians who want to serve Armed forces for 2 to 5 years. The recruitment’s should also include pilot training.
I guess The threat is overblown will endup denying market access to China.