I for once don't agree with the government stance on information blackout. We should be providing at least decent updates (not operational), even if not, at least periodic press conferences to calm the nerves of the people. Even as small as saying ops are ongoing, not to worry etc. is also fine. This is how a govt. relates to the people.
GOI should know that normal people get scared way too easily, they are not used to war and casualties. If there is an information vacuum, TRP hungry news channels will fill it up with outrageous claims which will do more harm than good.
Ultimately, the outcome should be shown in a very positive light for India so that it doesn't hamper election prospects in the future.
For peeps disagreeing with this, just think as a normal civilian not used to any kind of war. You see flashes going in the sky and dont know what to make of it. Are we under attack? Is something wrong? There is no one to pacify except some notification of stay at home, keep the lights off. People will assume worst.
Don't leave it to people's imaginations or they will assume the worst.
One thing good about yesterday's media blitzkrieg was that it rallied the people and got them excited and firmly behind the government. Afterall, winners take all the glory. CLEAR WINNING OR AT THE VERY LEAST THE PERCEPTION OF IT IS IMPORTANT.