India’s Decisive Action Against Terror Avenges Pahalgam and Past Attacks
On May 7, 2025, Operation Sindoor, a precision military strike by the Indian Armed Forces, eliminated LeT terrorists Abdul Malik, Saheen Maqsood, and Rauf Asgar while destroying a building in Pakistan where terrorists were hiding. Launched in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, the operation targeted nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The operation targeted nine terror camps, showcasing India’s resolve to combat cross-border terrorism.
Operation Sindoor: Targeting Terror Infrastructure
Operation Sindoor struck critical terror facilities, including a hideout sheltering Abdul Malik, Saheen Maqsood, and Rauf Asgar, key Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operatives linked to the Pahalgam attack, 26/11 Mumbai attacks, and the Parliament attack.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri declared that India exercised its “right to respond,” deploying kamikaze drones and missile attacks to neutralize terror groups. The Ministry of Defence confirmed the destruction of terror infrastructure, with 80-90 terrorists killed, including Malik, Maqsood, and Asgar. By avoiding Pakistani military targets, India ensured a focused surgical strike, minimizing escalation risks. This operation highlights India’s unwavering commitment to dismantling cross-border terrorism, focusing solely on terror camps. This decisive action underscores India’s commitment to dismantling cross-border terrorism.
National Pride and Calls for Justice
The operation has unified India in its fight against terrorism. BJP leader Jagdambika Pal called it a “moment of pride,” stating that the strikes avenged not only Pahalgam but also historical attacks like 26/11 and the Parliament attack.
BJP's Jagdambika Pal-
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"Moment of pride for entire nation.
Our defence forces have not only avenged Pahalgam but 26/11 and Parliament attack as well." pic.twitter.com/sLkq54hWWC
The wife of Shubham Dwivedi, a Pahalgam victim, expressed gratitude to PM Narendra Modi, saying, “Modiji won’t stop till he wipes out terrorists completely.” She praised the codename Sindoor, symbolizing the revenge sought by victims’ families.
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"I know that Modiji won't stop till he wipes out terrorists completely.
He has given us this much belief that terror spots will be destroyed.
By naming it as 'Operation Sindoor', he has shown that we have taken revenge sought by us." pic.twitter.com/aMNk1dCALq
PM Modi has vowed to pursue terrorists “to the ends of the earth,” reinforcing India’s zero-tolerance policy. The operation’s success has heightened national resolve, with calls for sustained action against terror spots. The operation’s success, marked by the elimination of high-profile terrorists like Abdul Malik and Saheen Maqsood, has spurred calls for sustained action against terror networks, uniting political leaders and citizens alike.
