Operation Sindoor: On May 7, 2025 (approx 01:44 AM), India launched “Operation Sindoor,” a series of precision airstrikes targeting nine sites across Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The operation was a direct response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians, predominantly Hindu tourists. India attributed the attack to Pakistan-based militant groups, notably Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, and accused Pakistan of harbouring and supporting these groups. India fired 24 missiles in 25 minutes at 9 terrorist camps in Pakistan, as of which 70 are reported dead till the information is updated.
List of Terror Sites in Pakistan destroyed by India
Here is the list of 9 Terror locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
- Markaz Subhan Allah, Bahawalpur – JeM
- Markaz Taiba, Muridke – LeT
- Sarjal, Tehra Kalan – JeM
- Mehmoona Joya, Sialkot – HM
- Markaz Ahle Hadith, Barnala – LeT
- Markaz Abbas, Kotli – JeM
- Maskar Raheel Shahid, Kotli – HM
- Shawai Nalla Camp, Muzaffarabad – LeT
- Syedna Bilal Camp, Muzaffarabad – JeM
Reactions by Indian Officers and Foreign Secretary on Operation Sindoor
‘This attack was necessary, we exercised our rights …’, said Vikram Misri (Foreign Secretary)
“If possible, join the Indian Army,” an appeal that deeply connects with people willing to serve their nation with honour and excellence – “Colonel Sofiya Qureshi“
“Our actions have been focused, measured, and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in the selection of targets and the method of execution.” “Ministry of Defence”
Why did India launch Operation Sindoor?
On April 22, terrorists from Pakistan launched an attack in the Pahalgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, targeting tourists and resulting in the tragic deaths of 26 civilians, including one Nepali citizen. This incident garnered widespread condemnation, and many were anticipating a retaliatory response. In response, the Indian armed forces initiated Operation Sindoor as a counteraction to the attack, underlining the seriousness of the situation.
- Terrorism in India: Types of Terrorism & Counter-Terrorism Efforts
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About Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh
Colonel Sofiya Qureshi: In 2016, Lt Col Sofiya Qureshi of the Corps of Signals made history by becoming the first female officer to lead an Indian Army training contingent at Force 18, the ASEAN Plus multinational field training exercise. At just 35 years old, she was the only female Contingent Commander among all participating nations. Her role focused on providing training for peacekeeping operations, which is a responsibility closely linked to her family’s legacy.
Today, as she briefs the media on Operation Sindoor, her groundbreaking achievements in 2016 stand as a testament to her leadership and dedication. Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, a commissioned officer since 1990, has served in the Indian Army for over three decades and has earned praise for her uncompromising attitude and fearless endeavors.
Wing Commander Vyomika Singh: Wing Commander Vyomika Singh is a distinguished officer in the Indian Air Force (IAF) who has participated in numerous high-risk flying operations. She is well-respected within the organization for her outstanding service, which has earned her several accolades, including appreciation from the Signal Officer-in-Chief for her contributions during flood relief operations in the Northeast.
Commissioned into the IAF in 2004, Wing Commander Singh has an exemplary service record in helicopter aviation, having flown both the Chetak and Cheetah helicopters. She was promoted to the rank of Wing Commander in 2017 and has paved the way for other women in the IAF, serving as a trailblazer in her field.