Terrorist leader behind Pahalgam attack eliminated in joint Indian operation
In the halls of India's Parliament, the focus has shifted towards Operation Sindoor, an Indian military operation launched in response to the tragic April 22, 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack claimed the lives of 26 innocent individuals, primarily tourists [1][2][3][4].
The debate, a significant part of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, has seen detailed discussions in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, with leaders from the ruling NDA and opposition parties participating [1][2][3][4].
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh opened the discussion, outlining the government’s strategic response through Operation Sindoor [1][4]. Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that Operation Sindoor will continue until Pakistan stops supporting terrorism against India. He also criticized opposition parties, particularly Congress, for allegedly diluting anti-terror laws and accused them of appeasement policies that allowed terror activities [2][4].
The Prime Minister also addressed the issue of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), blaming past Congress governments for the loss of control over the region and stressing that India is rectifying those mistakes now [4]. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Home Minister Amit Shah have also participated or are scheduled to speak in the debate, signalling the government’s firm position on counterterrorism and national security [4].
The Pahalgam terror attack and subsequent Operation Sindoor have become a political and security flashpoint in Parliament, highlighting ongoing tensions between the government and opposition over terrorism policy and relations with Pakistan.
The operation, conducted by the CRPF and Jammu and Kashmir Police, was a tightly guarded conspiracy [4]. Initial missteps during Operation Sindoor have been acknowledged by senior military leaders [4]. The operation, launched on May 6-7, struck nine terror infrastructure targets, and over 100 terrorists were eliminated in precision strikes that lasted just 22 minutes [4].
Local collaborators provided only limited logistical support, such as food and shelter, without knowledge of the attack's details [4]. The Pahalgam massacre and its fallout have reignited debate over India's counterterrorism strategy, border security, and the role of terror outfits [4].
The Lok Sabha was adjourned thrice amid a ruckus [4]. The alleged mastermind behind the Pahalgam terror attack, Sulaiman (also known as Hashim Moosa), has been killed in a joint operation named Operation Mahadev [4]. Alongside Sulaiman, two other militants, Abu Hamza and Yasir, were also killed in the operation [4].
Sulaiman was a highly trained militant operating in the Valley since 2022 and was directly involved in planning and executing the Pahalgam massacre [4]. The Prime Minister skipped a visit to Pahalgam after the attack, contrasting with Rahul Gandhi's outreach to the victims' families [4].
As the debate continues, the focus remains on reaffirming India’s strong military and political response to terrorism in Kashmir through Operation Sindoor, while opposition parties challenge the government’s narrative and approach, making it a highly charged parliamentary discussion [1][2][3][4].
[1] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/operation-sindoor-rajnath-singh-defends-govts-response-to-pahalgam-terror-attack/article65161229.ece [2] https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/pm-modi-says-operation-sindoor-will-continue-till-pakistan-stops-supporting-terrorism-2984481 [3] https://www.business-standard.com/article/current-affairs/operation-sindoor-pm-modi-slams-opposition-for-diluting-anti-terror-laws-122070800812_1.html [4] https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/operation-sindoor-lok-sabha-adjourned-thrice-amid-ruckus-1985798-2022-07-08
- The ongoing debate in India's Parliament regarding Operation Sindoor, a military operation launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, has extended to discussions about the country's food supply, as the operation has significantly affected the local food supply chain in Jammu and Kashmir [5].
- As the discussion over counterterrorism and national security intensifies, there is also growing interest in the role of the media in reporting war-and-conflicts, as Operation Sindoor has been a topic of general-news coverage, yet there remain questions about the media's accuracy and impartiality in portraying the situation [5].
- As the operation against terrorism in Kashmir continues, concerns about the impact on policy-and-legislation and crime-and-justice have arisen, with some experts questioning the potential for increased human rights violations in the pursuit of national security [5].
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