With tensions between India and Pakistan spinning out of control after the high-impact Operation Sindoor, the Indian government has made a bold move to achieve political consensus. On Thursday, the Centre called an all-party meeting to inform important political leaders about the scale and conduct of the strikes that hit nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (Pok).
Targeting Terror: A Measured Strike
India conducted the precision strikes between 1:05 am and 1:30 am, when 24 missiles were launched in a closely coordinated 25-minute window. The Ministry of Defence characterised the action as “measured, non-escalatory, proportionate, and responsible.” The primary objective was to destroy terror infrastructure and prevent further attacks after the Pahalgam carnage in which 26 civilians were brutally murdered on April 22.
#WATCH | Centre holds all-party meeting to brief all political parties on #OperationSindoor pic.twitter.com/q96NZnhUY6
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Main targets were Jaish-e-Mohammad (Jem) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (Let) bases—like Markaz Taiba in Muridke and Markaz Subhanallah in Bahawalpur. Pok camps in Muzaffarabad, Kotli, and Bhimber were targeted as well. Notably, Jem’s chief, Azhar Masood, has admitted that ten of his relatives died in the missile attacks, as per reports.
Strategic Communication: Centre Updates Leaders
During the all-party meeting, leaders were informed about the objectives, targets, strategic implications, and India’s readiness against any possible retaliation. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval had a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi prior to the meeting to discuss the changing situation.
The strikes followed Pakistani shelling in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 13 civilians. This led to nationwide security exercises—blackouts, air raid alarms, and civilian evacuations—to increase readiness.
Political Harmony and International Concern
Political leaders from across party lines appreciated the armed forces. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi tweeted, “Proud of our Armed Forces. Jai Hind!” US President Donald Trump also expressed concern over escalating tensions. He said he wants the conflict to “stop” and that “he will be there” to assist if required.
India is now at a precarious geopolitical juncture, with military determination, diplomatic dexterity, and domestic cohesion all being tested.
