Bigger Than Balakot: India Strikes Back After Pahalgam Attack
India launched "Operation Sindoor" in the early hours of May 8, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK after the Pahalgam terror attack
The operation was a direct retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack, where 26 civilians, including tourists, lost their lives
Indian Armed Forces executed coordinated precision strikes using advanced weaponry, including loitering munitions, to ensure minimal collateral damage
The strikes hit nine significant terror infrastructure sites, including locations in Bahawalpur, Muridke, and Muzaffarabad, known for housing groups like JeM and LeT
Reports indicate that approximately 80 terrorists were eliminated during the operation, marking a substantial blow to terror networks
The operation specifically avoided Pakistani military installations, focusing solely on terror camps to prevent escalation
Operation Sindoor was notable for its tri-service execution, involving the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force in a coordinated effort