The terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on 22 april 2025 had shocked India. 26 people were killed in this attack, most of whom were Hindu tourists. The terrorists opened fire after asking people about their religion, which sparked anger in the country. In response, india launched Operation Sindoor on the night of 6-7 May 2025, in which the indian Army, Navy and air Force destroyed 9 terrorist hideouts in pakistan and Pakistan-occupied kashmir (POK). This operation was not only a demonstration of India's military strength, but it also exposed Pakistan's weaknesses, support to terrorism and its international image. Along with this, this is the first time in the world that a country equipped with nuclear bomb capability has been attacked by another country. Till date, even America and russia have not been able to take such action.
What did india get from Operation Sindoor?
Operation Sindoor was one of the most precise and swift military actions ever carried out by India. This operation was completed in 23-25 minutes, in which india targeted the hideouts of terrorist organizations like Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed and Hizbul Mujahideen. If we analyze the results of this operation, then india got many strategic and psychological benefits:
Destruction of terrorist infrastructure: india destroyed terrorist hideouts in Muridke, Bahawalpur, Sialkot and many areas of PoK. terrorists were taught weapons, training and tactics at these hideouts. It is estimated that 80-100 terrorists were killed, including 10 members of the family of Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar. This is a proof of India's intelligence and military capability.
Strong message to Pakistan: Operation Sindoor made it clear that india will no longer remain silent against terrorism. This was the third major operation after the 2016 surgical strike and the 2019 Balakot air strike, which showed pakistan that india can enter its territory and take action.
International support: india informed countries like the US, UK, russia and france before the operation. These countries supported India's anti-terrorism stance. Only turkey supported pakistan, leaving pakistan isolated on the global stage. This was India's diplomatic victory.
Pride and unity among the people: A wave of happiness swept india after the operation. people took to the streets, distributed sweets and burst crackers. This operation became a symbol of unity and pride among the countrymen.
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