In a decisive response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, the Indian Armed Forces launched “Operation Sindoor” in the early hours of May 6, 2025. The operation targeted nine terrorist infrastructure sites across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), aiming to dismantle bases linked to groups such as Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), and Hizbul Mujahideen
Targeted Sites
According to official statements and media reports, the nine sites targeted during Operation Sindoor include:
- Muridke, Punjab: Headquarters of Lashkar-e-Taiba, located near Lahore.
- Bahawalpur, Punjab: Base of Jaish-e-Mohammed, associated with its founder Masood Azhar.
- Muzaffarabad, PoK: Known hub for multiple terror outfits.
- Kotli, PoK: Reported site of militant training camps.
- Gulpur, PoK: Suspected logistical base for cross-border operations.
- Bhimber, PoK: Alleged launch pad for infiltration attempts.
- Bagh, PoK: Believed to house sleeper cells and communication centers.
- Chak Amru, Punjab: Suspected of harboring arms depots.
- Sialkot, Punjab: Reportedly used for recruitment and training activities.
The Indian Ministry of Defence emphasized that the strikes were “focused, measured, and non-escalatory,” deliberately avoiding Pakistani military installations to prevent further escalation.
Aftermath and International Reactions
Pakistan reported at least eight civilian deaths and 35 injuries, including damage to a mosque in Bahawalpur. In retaliation, Pakistan claimed to have shot down multiple Indian fighter jets and vowed a strong response.
The strikes have led to heightened tensions along the Line of Control, with both nations exchanging artillery fire. International leaders, including UN Secretary-General António Guterres and U.S. President Donald Trump, have called for restraint to prevent further escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbors.
Operation Sindoor marks one of India’s most significant military responses in recent years, reflecting its stance against cross-border terrorism and its commitment to national security.
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