The Indian Army has occupied several key heights in the strategically located Rezang-La and Reqin-La areas on the southern bank of the lake since the end of August.
Air Chief Marshal said his force is ready for a full spectrum operation but added that any decision on surgical strike involving the IAF has to be taken by the government.
He said the Pakistan Air Force was detected and the Indian Air Force responded instantly.
I was lucky to have support from family and IAF, Saxena said.