Do Indians believe they won the war against China and had less casualty in 1962?

In India, the 1962 Sino-Indian War is generally viewed as a significant defeat, both militarily and psychologically. Most Indians are aware that India suffered heavy casualties and lost territory in the conflict, particularly in the northeastern region (Arunachal Pradesh) and Aksai Chin in the west. The war was marked by India being underprepared andoverwhelmed by China's military strength. Officially, India suffered more casualties than China. Indian reports estimate around 1,383 soldiers were killed, and around 1,047 were wounded, with a significant number captured or missing. In contrast, Chinese estimates suggest their casualties were lower, although the exact figures vary depending on the sources. While the war is widely seen as a painful significant reforms in India's military and defense strategy, which shaped its future preparedness. The conflict is remembered more as a lesson in strategic defense than a victory, and there is no widespread belief in India that they "won" the war. Instead, it is remembered as a moment that underscored the importance of military modernization and preparedness.