India launched a powerful military operation called “Operation Sindoor,” targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The operation, lasting four days, has severely damaged Pakistan’s military and terror infrastructure.
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The operation began on May 7, in response to a terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22 that killed 26 people, including tourists and a Nepalese national. India’s military focused on destroying nine major terrorist training camps in Pakistan and PoK. In just 26 minutes, nearly 100 terrorists were reportedly killed using advanced weapons like Rafale-launched missiles, drones, and precision-guided munitions.
Five of the camps were located within 9 to 30 kilometers of the Line of Control (LoC) in PoK, and four were deep inside Pakistan, between 6 to 100 kilometers. The strikes targeted critical military sites, including airbases and air defense systems, greatly weakening Pakistan’s military strength.
In retaliation, Pakistan launched attacks on 36 locations across India, from Leh to Sir Creek, using drones. However, India’s air defense systems, including the S-400 Triumf and Akash missiles, successfully intercepted and destroyed most of the incoming drones.
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On May 10, India escalated the strikes, targeting eight key military sites in Pakistan, including airbases, radar units, and weapons storage. These attacks caused extensive damage to Pakistan’s military infrastructure and air defense systems, making it difficult for Pakistan to defend its airspace.
Indian forces also destroyed several important military facilities along the LoC, crippling Pakistan’s ability to carry out offensive operations. Although India has not confirmed exact casualties, reports suggest that around 100 terrorists were killed in the first part of the operation.
A ceasefire, brokered by the US, was announced on May 13, halting active fighting between the two countries. Despite this, reports of smaller skirmishes continue along the LoC, indicating the situation remains tense.
