Operation Sindoor 2025: Objectives and Execution

Discover the details of Operation Sindoor 2025, a pivotal initiative aimed at enhancing security and community resilience. Join us in exploring its impact.

Trending News Fox, Digital Desk Team, Kolkata

Edited by Saibal Bose

Operation Sindoor 2025

On May 7, 2025, India launched “Operation Sindoor.” This was a series of precision air and missile strikes. These strikes targeted militant infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. This marked the most significant military escalation between the two nuclear-armed neighbors since the 2019 Balakot airstrikes. The operation directly responded to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. In this attack, 28 Indian civilians, primarily Hindu tourists, were killed. (Wikipedia, New York Post)

Operation Sindoor 2025: Objectives and Execution

The Indian government stated that the operation aimed to dismantle terrorist infrastructure linked to groups such as Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. In just 23 minutes, Indian forces targeted nine locations. They included Bahawalpur and Muridke. The forces used Rafale jets equipped with SCALP missiles, BrahMos cruise missiles, and loitering munitions. (The Guardian, Wikipedia)

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that Operation Sindoor was not merely a military action. It is a symbol of India’s political, social, and strategic willpower. (Press Information Bureau)

Operation Sindoor 2025: Casualties and Damage

India reported the loss of five soldiers during the operation. Pakistan claimed that the strikes resulted in 31 civilian deaths. This included women and children. There was also damage to mosques and other civilian structures. Reports also indicated that between 35 to 40 Pakistani military personnel were killed between May 7 and 10. (www.ndtv.com, AP News, The Times of India)

Operation Sindoor 2025: Escalation and Retaliation

Pakistan launched a retaliatory operation named “Operation Bunyan al-Marsus” on May 10. This followed Operation Sindoor. The operation targeted multiple Indian cities, including New Delhi. This marked the first instance of drone warfare between two nuclear-armed nations. Both countries engaged in artillery exchanges along the Line of Control, resulting in extra civilian casualties. (Wikipedia)

Operation Sindoor 2025: International Response

The international community expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions. This included the United Nations, the United States, China, and Russia. They urged both nations to exercise restraint and engage in dialogue. (The Guardian)

Operation Sindoor 2025: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why was it named “Operation Sindoor”?

The operation was named “Sindoor,” referring to the red vermilion powder worn by married Hindu women. This symbolized the widowing of women whose husbands were killed in the Pahalgam attack. (Wikipedia)

Q2: What were the primary targets of the operation?

India targeted nine locations linked to terrorist groups Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. They focused on infrastructure used for recruitment, indoctrination, and weapon storage. (New York Post)

Q3: How did Pakistan respond to the strikes?

Pakistan condemned the strikes as an act of war, claimed civilian casualties, and launched a retaliatory operation targeting Indian cities. (The Guardian)

Q4: What was the international community’s stance?

Global powers urged both nations to de-escalate tensions and engage in diplomatic dialogue to prevent further conflict. (The Guardian)

Q5: What is the current status of the conflict?

As of May 11, 2025, both countries have engaged in retaliatory operations, with ongoing military exchanges along the border. The situation remains tense, with international efforts focused on de-escalation.(AP News)

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For a detailed briefing on Operation Sindoor, you can watch the following video:

Special briefing on Operation Sindoor (May 10, 2025)