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Operation Sindoor: India’s Bold Response to Terror

India started Operation Sindoor early on May 7, 2025, right after a terrible terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Indian soldiers attacked nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) to show that India will not put up with attacks on its people. The operation was named to honor the women whose husbands died in the attack. It showed that India wanted justice but also acted carefully.

The Attack That Changed Everything

On April 22, 2025, 5 terrorists attacked on non-Muslim tourists in Pahalgam, in Jammu and Kashmir. In this brutal attack 26 civilian men were brutally killed, including 25 Indians and 1 Nepali. Many families lost loved ones right in front of them. The whole country was sad, but soon, people wanted action.

Planning the Response

Gathering Intelligence

After the attack, the Indian government and police worked hard to find out who was behind it. They found that the attack was planned by banned terror groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Hizbul Mujahideen in Pakistan and PoK. Indian intelligence found the locations of nine big terror camps.

Security Cabinet Meetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the response. He watched over the planning all night. The Defence Ministry and other officials made sure the army had everything it needed. The government kept everyone in the loop.

Strategic Objectives

The main goal was to hit only the terror camps-not the Pakistani army or civilians. India wanted to show it could strike back, but also didn’t want to make things worse. The army was told to avoid hurting civilians or the Pakistani army.

Why “Operation Sindoor”?

To honor the women who lost their husbands in the brutal Pahalgam attack, the name “Sindoor” was chosen. In Hindu tradition, sindoor is a symbol of marriage. The spilled sindoor in the operation’s logo showed the pain and loss suffered by the victims’ families. Yet, it also symbolized justice and hope.

Launching Operation Sindoor

Operation Sindoor started at 1:44 am on May 7. The Army, Navy, and Air Force all worked together. They used special weapons, like drones and smart bombs, to hit only the terror camps.

The Targets

Indian forces struck nine terror sites. These included:

Jaish-e-Mohammed’s headquarters in Bahawalpur
Lashkar-e-Taiba’s base in Muridke
Several camps in Kotli, Muzaffarabad, and Sialkot

The camps were owned by the groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Hizbul Mujahideen. These groups have planned and launched attacks against India for years.

How the Operation Unfolded

The attacks were quick and accurate. Missiles and drones hit the targets deep inside Pakistan and PoK. People nearby saw fire and heard explosions. The Indian Army posted on social media, “Justice is served. Jai Hind!” right after.

Aftermath and Reactions

Political Leaders Speak Out

Indian political leaders from various parties voiced strong support for Operation Sindoor.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was personally monitoring the operation. He has already promised bring the offenders to “the ends of the earth” and guarantee punishment “beyond their imagination.”

Home Minister Amit Shah declared on social media that he takes pride in the armed forces and emphasized that the Modi government will give a befitting response to any attack on India and its people.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde thanked the Prime Minister and said the government has delivered justice for the innocent people killed in Pahalgam.

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said the operation sent a clear message that India would not tolerate any threat to its unity and peace.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin stated that the state stands resolute with the Indian Army against terrorism.

The National President of Bahujan Samaj Party, Mayawati, called the operation glorious and praiseworthy.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi praised the strikes, stating that Pakistan’s terror infrastructure needed to be destroyed.

Military Statements

The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir through an official statement. It clarified that the forces did not target any Pakistani military facilities and carried out the actions in a focused, measured, and non-escalatory manner. After the strikes, the Indian Army posted on social media, ‘Justice is served. Jai Hind!’ The Defence Ministry reiterated that India remains committed to holding those responsible for the Pahalgam attack accountable.

Public Sentiment

Families of the Pahalgam attack victims expressed a sense of justice and relief.

Rajesh Narwal, father of Indian Navy Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, said the government took the right step and that the strike would serve as a warning to those who threaten India.

Sumati Rao, mother of Manjunath Rao, who died in the attack, said the operation brought her family some peace, even though their loss could never be replaced.

Syed Haider Shah, father of ponywallah Syed Adil Hussain Shah, said the government took necessary action for the country and humanity. He emphasized that authorities must deal strongly with those who disrupt peace.

Arathy, daughter of N. Ramachandran, praised the operation and said that the “Operation Sindoor” was the most suitable title for this operation.

Sangita Ganbote, wife of victim Kaustubh Ganbote, expressed gratitude for the action and said that naming the operation “Sindoor” respected the women who lost their husbands.

International Response

The United Nations Security Council held a closed-door meeting to discuss the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, urging both countries to de-escalate and open channels for dialogue.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged India and Pakistan to exercise maximum military restraint, warning that the world cannot afford a military confrontation between the two nations.

China expressed regret over the Indian military operation and urged both sides to take steps that promote peace and stability.

Indian officials briefed their counterparts in the United States, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Russia about the operation and explained India’s position.

The Impact and the Message

“The report states that security forces killed 80–90 terrorists, mainly at the Bahawalpur and Muridke camps, though officials are still verifying the numbers. The operation sent a strong message: India will not tolerate terror attacks. The government, army, and people stood united.

Looking Ahead

Authorities declared a red alert across Uttar Pradesh, directing all police field units to coordinate with defense establishments and strengthen security around vital installations. Security agencies tightened measures in Delhi and other major cities, while they deployed additional police and paramilitary forces. Officials closed schools and colleges in border districts, suspended flights in northern India, and placed airports like Chandigarh under Air Force control.

Operation Sindoor is India’s most extensive cross-border strike in over 50 years. India made sure not to hurt civilians or the Pakistani army. The message is clear: if anyone attacks India, there will be consequences.

India is still on high alert. Security drills are happening. We will always remember the Pahalgam victims and honor the bravery of those who fought back. Through Operation Sindoor, we promise to deliver justice and maintain peace.

Operation Sindoor: India’s Strike Against Terror Camps in Pakistan