In a bold and strategic military move, the Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor on Wednesday, carrying out nine precision strikes on terrorist sites located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). This decisive action came just two weeks after the brutal Pahalgam terror attack, which resulted in the deaths of 26 Indian civilians.
The Ministry of Defence confirmed the operation in an official statement, saying, “A little while ago, the Indian armed forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor’, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir from where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed.”
Defence sources indicated that the targeted sites were connected to well-known terror outfits including Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. These groups have been responsible for multiple attacks on Indian soil, and intelligence had traced recent threats back to these cross-border bases. The strikes, carried out with high-precision weapons, were aimed at neutralizing these threats before further harm could be done.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was personally monitoring the operation. Reports suggest that he also proposed the name “Operation Sindoor,” symbolizing the nation’s resolve to protect its people and avenge the loss of innocent lives. The Pahalgam attack, which involved the killing of Hindu men in front of their families, had sparked outrage across the country and calls for a strong response.
Political leaders across party lines have expressed support for the armed forces and the government’s swift action. Citizens took to social media to express solidarity, with many hailing the operation as a necessary and timely strike against terrorism.
In response, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the operation, calling it an “act of war” and warned of consequences. Pakistan has approached the United Nations and several global leaders to intervene diplomatically. However, there have been no immediate reports of large-scale retaliation.
International reactions have been cautious. The United Nations, along with countries like the United States and Russia, has urged both nations to exercise restraint and avoid further escalation. Diplomatic channels are reportedly active to ensure the situation does not spiral into open conflict.
As tensions remain high, the success of Operation Sindoor is seen as a major step in India’s ongoing fight against terrorism. The government and military have reaffirmed their commitment to national security and made it clear that any threat to Indian lives will be met with firm action.
