Military Operation Sindoor temporarily halted due to meeting of stated objectives: Defense Minister Rajnath
India's Operation Sindoor: A Decisive Strike Against Terrorism
On May 6-7, 2025, the Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, a targeted military operation aimed at dismantling terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The operation was a resolute response to cross-border attacks and aimed to provide justice to families affected by such incidents[1][2][4].
The primary objective of Operation Sindoor was to eliminate terror nurseries, which included terrorists, trainers, handlers, and associates of groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen, that Pakistan had nurtured over the years[1][2][4]. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh described the operation as a decisive and precise action demonstrating India's responsibility, maturity, strategic wisdom, and national resolve against terrorism. The strikes successfully destroyed nine terror infrastructure targets with minimal harm to civilians, and the Indian defense systems effectively neutralized retaliatory attacks by Pakistan on May 10, 2025[1][2].
The international community showed support for India's actions. Twenty-three nations, including Germany, France, and Russia, issued strong statements in favor of India and supported India's action in self-defense, as per External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar[1]. Several countries also sent letters of support to India after the Pahalgam attack, and several leaders called to understand India's thinking[1].
Pakistan conceded defeat and offered to cease hostilities on May 10. However, India's stance has been clear that "terrorism and talks cannot go together". If Pakistan indulges in any fresh misadventure, Operation Sindoor will resume again, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh[2].
Operation Sindoor was not just a military action, but an effective and decisive demonstration of the government's responsibility towards India's sovereignty, identity, and people. Over 100 terrorists, trainers, handlers, and associates were killed in Operation Sindoor. India's air defence system, counter-drone system, and electronic equipment successfully foiled the attack on May 10[1].
In conclusion, Operation Sindoor was a targeted, self-defensive military action to dismantle terror infrastructure in Pakistan, paused by Indian leadership after achieving its objectives, with the clear indication that it could restart if necessary[1][2][4]. The operation was a testament to India's determination to protect its citizens and maintain peace in the region.
Politics surrounding war-and-conflicts recently escalated as India's Operation Sindoor, focused on dismantling terror infrastructure, received support from the international community in general-news discussions. Crime-and-justice intricacies also surfaced as Operation Sindoor aimed to eliminate terrorist groups responsible for cross-border attacks that had caused harm to innocent populations.
