ejaz007
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Well Erieyes will be effective only when Viki will come near your shore (under 300-350 KM) else even they won't do much. But yeah I agree that a single Aircraft Carrier(CBG) won't be able to do much in case of land strike but still it will be able to create a second front and will weaken your position on first front i.e direct IAF vs PAF from land.
PS: though things will change once we have 2 CBGs in next 4 years and ultimately 3 in 10 Years. I am sure you can't ignore 80+ fighters with AEWs support on moving Aircraft Carriers.
PAF has a dedicated squadron for supporting navy therefore they shall not be weakened against IAF. Their assets that shall face IAF do not include squadron that supports navy.
PS: presently you one carrier group therefore the scenario I have predicted is relevant. One you have more than one carrier group then we shall consider emerging scenario. But one problem that shall emerge is that with more carrier groups you shall need more ships protecting them and thus less ships for offensive operations.