Indian military marks first anniversary of Operation Sindoor
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Updated · The Hindu · May 7
Indian military marks first anniversary of Operation Sindoor
5 articles · Updated · The Hindu · May 7
At a Jaipur briefing, army, air force and navy operations chiefs said the May 7, 2025 campaign hit nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai said the operation showed no terror sanctuary in Pakistan was safe and marked a shift beyond India's previous methods, executed with precision and restraint.
India launched the strikes after the April 22 Pahalgam attack killed 26 people; ensuing clashes with Pakistan ended on May 10 after hotline talks between army officials.
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Operation Sindoor: One Year On – India's 23-Minute Precision Strike Reshaping South Asian Security
Overview
Operation Sindoor, launched by India on May 7, 2025, was a swift and precise military response to the deadly Pahalgam terrorist attack that killed 25 tourists. The operation showcased India's advanced indigenous technology and joint forces coordination, striking terror infrastructure inside Pakistan without crossing borders. Pakistan retaliated with drone and missile attacks, prompting India to counterstrike key radar sites, leading to a tense four-day conflict that ended with a ceasefire. This operation hardened India's counter-terrorism stance, accelerated defense modernization, and established a deterrence strategy based on swift retaliation. Meanwhile, Pakistan deepened its reliance on Chinese weaponry, intensifying regional security challenges amid a weakening global order.