India Slams Terror Camps in Pakistan: Operation Sindoor Strikes Back
India's Counter-Strike: Crucial Aspects to Understand About Their Military Action Against Pakistan (Operation Sindoor)
Waking up to the news of a bold military maneuver, Indians witnessed their Armed Forces striking terror camps in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Claiming the lives of 26 innocent souls, this heinous act prompted India to launch Operation Sindoor - a coordinated strike across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
What is Operation Sindoor, and Why Now?
Operation Sindoor, inspired by the red sindoor traditionally worn by Hindu women, was a 25-minute joint operation involving the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. This decisive move targeted key terror camps in Bahawalpur, Muridke, Sarjal, Mehmoona Joya, Barnala, Maskar Raheel Shahid, Masjid Ahle Hadith, Masjid Abbas, Kotli, Shawai Nalla Camp, Muzaffarabad, and Syedna Bilal Camp - all linked to militant groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Hizb-ul Mujahideen.
Gearing Up for Battle: The Indian Army's Pre-Attack Posture
Before the attack, the Indian Army shared a powerful message on social media, stating, "Praharaya sannihitah; jayaya prashikshitah." ("Ready to strike, trained to win.") To emphasize their readiness, they shared a video displaying military drills and vowing, "I'll find you..." followed by a promise to strike terrorists who dare betray the nation's trust.
Tracking Terror: A Look at the Targeted Sites
- Markaz Subhan Allah, Bahawalpur: Known as the headquarters of the JeM, this camp is located around 100 km from the International Boundary (IB) and is a notorious hub for planning terrorist attacks, including the 2019 Pulwama terror strike.
- Markaz Taiba, Muridke: A LeT camp where recruits receive training and indoctrination, hosting the intelligence training of every major terrorist attack on India, including 26/11.
- Sarjal Camp, JeM: The primary launch pad operated from a Primary Health Centre in the vicinity of Samba and Kathua. It is looked after by de facto chief Abdul Rauf Asgar, who plays a significant role in the operations of JeM.
- Mehmoona Joya, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen: A training camp headed by Irfan Tanda and responsible for carrying out attacks in Jammu, this facility is where recruits receive weapons training.
- Masjid Ahle Hadith, Barnala: An LeT camp located 10 km from LoC opposite Rajouri, facilitating training and preparation for future terror attacks in India.
- Maskar Raheel Shahid, Hizb-ul Mujahideen: Operating near Rajouri, this camp offers training in Border Action Team (BAT) and sniping attacks.
- Masjid Abbas, Kotli: A LeT camp headed by Asgha's close aide Qari Zarar, involved in planning and executing terror attacks in India, especially in Kashmir.
- Shawai Nalla Camp, Muzaffarabad: A notable LeT camp located 30 km inside POK, Tangdhar Sector, which trained attackers involved in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
- Syedna Bilal Camp, JeM launchpad in Muzaffarabad: This particular facility hosts both the JeM cadres and the Special Services Group of the Pakistan army, providing training to terrorists for future attacks on India.
Mission Accomplished: India's Response to the Attacks
Following the successful operation, the Indian Army shared a brief post on social media, saying, "Justice is served. Jai Hind." The Ministry of Defence released a statement, confirming India's precision strike on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and POK without targeting Pakistani military activities.
Pakistan's Defense Minister: Ready to Ease Tensions if India Stands Down
The Pakistani Defense Minister has offered to de-escalate tensions with India if India chooses to back down. This statement was made shortly after India attacked terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and POK.
JeM Chief Masood Azhar Acknowledges Losses
Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Maulana Masood Azhar has admitted that 10 members of his family and four close associates were killed during an Indian missile strike on the group's headquarters in Bahawalpur.
- The defi vacuum created by the daring military operation, Operation Sindoor, has led to a significant shift in the market for finance and general news, as war-and-conflicts and crime-and-justice sectors are taking the spotlight.
- The Indian Armed Forces, once ready to strike, have reacted decisively in response to the Pahalgam terror attack in Pakistan, launching Operation Sindoor, targeting key camps linked to militant groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Hizb-ul Mujahideen.
- In preparation for the attack, the Indian Army shared a powerful message, "Praharaya sannihitah; jayaya prashikshitah," meaning "Ready to strike, trained to win," along with a video of military drills, signaling their readiness to react harshly against terrorists.
- Out of several targeted sites in the ongoing war on terror, Jamnagar stands out as a significant launchpad for future terrorist attacks, currently operated by Jaish-e-Mohammed under the command of de facto chief Abdul Rauf Asgar.
- Targeted actions in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, such as the attack on Markaz Subhan Allah in Bahawalpur, Shelter for JeM, have marked a turning point in the politics and international relations in the South Asian region.
- Despite Pakistan's Defense Minister's offer to de-escalate tensions if India stands down, the consequences of these military maneuvers will continue to reverberate in the news cycles, with investigations on terrorists' whereabouts, trials, and possible retaliation looming in the realm of crime-and-justice and sports.
