Operation Sindoor is a significant military operation launched by India on May 6, 2025, targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. This action was in retaliation for the Pahalgam terrorist attack on April 22, 2025, which resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians, primarily Hindu pilgrims.
🇮🇳 Operation Sindoor: Key Details
🎯 Objective
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Retaliation for Pahalgam Attack: The operation aimed to dismantle terrorist camps responsible for the April 22 attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.
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Targeted Terrorist Groups: India focused on infrastructure linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and Hizbul Mujahideen.
📍 Targeted Locations
India conducted precision strikes on nine sites across Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir:
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Bahawalpur (Punjab, Pakistan)
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Muridke (Punjab, Pakistan)
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Tehra Kalan (Punjab, Pakistan)
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Sialkot (Punjab, Pakistan)
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Bhimber (Pakistan-administered Kashmir)
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Kotli (Pakistan-administered Kashmir)
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Muzaffarabad (Pakistan-administered Kashmir)
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Ahmed Pur East (Punjab, Pakistan)
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Muzzafargarh (Punjab, Pakistan)
These locations were identified as hubs for terrorist activities and training camps.
🛡️ Execution
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Duration: The operation lasted approximately 23 minutes
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Military Assets Used: India deployed Rafale fighter jets equipped with SCALP missiles and AASM Hammer bombs for precision targeting.
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Airspace Considerations: Indian aircraft did not enter Pakistani airspace; instead, missile strikes were launched from within Indian territory.
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Civilian Safety: India emphasized that the operation was carefully planned to avoid civilian casualties and did not target Pakistani military installations.
🇵🇰 Pakistan's Response
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Casualties Reported: Pakistan reported nine civilian deaths, including a child, and 38 injuries.
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Retaliation Claims: Pakistan claimed to have shot down five Indian fighter jets and a drone, and reported the destruction of an Indian brigade headquarters.
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Military Action: In response, Pakistan conducted artillery shelling across the Line of Control, resulting in the deaths of three Indian civilians.
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Airspace Closure: Pakistan closed its airspace, leading to flight cancellations and diversions in the region.
