The Government of India has confirmed that the targets struck during Operation Sindoor were selected based on credible intelligence, aiming to break the backbone of terrorism and prevent future attacks.
Government’s Justification for Strikes
- Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that the operation was “measured, non-escalatory, proportionate, and responsible”, ensuring no civilian casualties.
- Intelligence reports indicated that terrorist groups were planning further cross-border attacks, prompting India to exercise its right to respond.
- The strikes targeted nine terror camps linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and Hizbul Mujahideen, located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
Execution of Operation Sindoor
- The operation was carried out in precise, coordinated strikes lasting just 25 minutes, eliminating over 80 terrorists.
- Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofiya Qureshi led the briefing, presenting footage of the attacks on key terror hubs, including Muridke and Bahawalpur.
- The Indian Air Force (IAF) and Army ensured that no Pakistani military installations were hit, reinforcing India’s calibrated approach.
India’s Message to Pakistan
- The government reiterated that the Pahalgam terror attack exposed Pakistan’s direct links to terrorism, citing the involvement of Lashkar-e-Taiba’s front group, The Resistance Front (TRF).
- Officials highlighted Pakistan’s history of shielding terrorists, referencing 26/11 handler Sajid Mir, who was declared dead but later arrested under international pressure.
Global Reactions & Security Measures
- The United Nations and key global allies have been briefed on India’s counter-terrorism stance.
- Security agencies remain on high alert, with border surveillance intensified to prevent retaliatory strikes.
India’s Operation Sindoor marks a decisive step in countering terrorism, reinforcing its commitment to national security while maintaining strategic restraint.
