Archive · 2 Jun 2025
India's 'Operation Sindoor' Targets Pakistan Terror Camps After Pahalgam Attack
Following the April 22nd terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India launched "Operation Sindoor" against terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
This operation involved precision missile strikes targeting infrastructure used by groups like Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba, responsible for attacks on India.
Pakistan responded by closing its airspace temporarily.
The strikes have led to reactions from both Indian and Pakistani citizens, including celebrities, with discussions on social media platforms and reports of civil defense drills in India as a precautionary measure.
Several airports in northern and western India were also temporarily shut down.
India launched "Operation Sindoor", conducting missile strikes on nine terrorist sites in Pakistan and PoK.
The operation was a response to the April 22nd Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives.
Targets included camps of Jaish-e-Mohammad, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen.
Pakistan temporarily closed its airspace in response to the strikes.
The strikes led to varied reactions, including condemnation and support, from both Indian and Pakistani citizens, including celebrities.
- Who
- The Indian Armed Forces targeted terrorist infrastructure, with reactions from Indian and Pakistani citizens, including celebrities.
- What
- India launched "Operation Sindoor", targeting nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir with precision missile strikes.
- When
- May 6-7, 2025
- Where
- Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, specifically targeting sites in Bahawalpur, Muridke, and other locations.
- Why
- In retaliation for the April 22nd terror attack in Pahalgam, which resulted in 26 deaths.
Pakistan and Critics
India and Supporters
Reaction to the Strikes
Pakistan and Critics
Condemnation of India's strikes as cowardly and a crime against humanity. Concerns about the safety of civilians and a call for justice.
India and Supporters
Support for the strikes as a necessary response to terrorism, with some praising the action and the Indian armed forces.
Celebrity Responses
Pakistan and Critics
Criticism of Indian celebrities and questioning their silence on the Pahalgam attack.
India and Supporters
Condemnation from Pakistani celebrities, with some expressing anger, pain, and condemnation of the strikes.
- Operation Dates
- May 6-7, 2025
- Terrorist Sites Targeted
- Nine
- Targeted Locations
- Bahawalpur, Muridke, Gulpur, Sawai Sector, Syedna Bilal Camp, Kotli, Barnala, Sarjal, Mehmoona
- Lives lost in Pahalgam attack (April 22, 2025)
- 26
- Weaponry
- Precision missile strikes
- Pakistan's Response
- Pakistan temporarily closed airspace
- India's Response
- Several airports in bordering Indian states
Sources
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What is Precision Strike Weapon System used in Operation Sindoor
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Pakistan celebrities react to India’s Operation Sindoor; netizens slam Fawad, Mawra, Hania
Operation Sindoor: All to know about 9 terror camps in Pakistan and PoK hit by Indian forces
