Defence experts laud Operation Sindoor as India avenges the Pahalgam terrorist attacks

On May 7, 2025, India launched Operation Sindoor, executing a series of high-precision strikes that destroyed nine terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), killing over 70 terrorists. Key targets included Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) headquarters in Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) bases in Muridke, delivering a major blow to terror infrastructure. Defence experts like Capt. (Retd) Anil Gaur and Shiwalee Deshpande praised the operation's strategic execution, aided by NTRO intelligence and surface-to-surface missiles. Prominent leaders across party lines, including Home Minister Amit Shah, hailed the Indian Armed Forces for the successful mission. Watch full coverage, expert analysis, and political reactions on Operation Sindoor — India’s bold response to terror.