Operation Sindoor was a military operation conducted by India in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, which targeted innocent tourists and resulted in 26 deaths.
-Objective: The operation aimed to target terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) responsible for planning and directing attacks against India.
-Targets: Nine terror hubs were hit, including locations in Muridke, Kotli, Muzaffarabad, and Bahawalpur, associated with groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad.
-Method: The strikes were carried out using precision-guided munitions and kamikaze drones, resulting in eight fatalities and over 35 injuries.
-Significance: Operation Sindoor marks India’s first tri-service strike since the 1971 War, demonstrating the country’s commitment to countering cross-border terrorism.
-Symbolism: The operation’s name, “Sindoor,” refers to the red vermilion Hindu women wear as a symbol of marriage, honoring the 25 women widowed by the Pahalgam attack.
-Response: Pakistan responded with cross-border firing, killing three Indian civilians, and vowed to take forceful action against India.
-International Reaction: US President Donald Trump expressed hope that the situation would be resolved quickly, while India’s National Security Advisor briefed US counterparts on the operation.
The operation demonstrates India’s resolve to hold accountable those responsible for attacks on Indian soil and to protect national security.
