An
officially released photo of the Integrated Air Command & Control System
(IACCS) that executed India’s air defence during Op Sindoor.
“Operation Sindoor is not just a name but a reflection of the emotions of millions of Indians”, emphasised the Prime Minister, describing it as an unwavering pledge to justice, one that the world witnessed being fulfilled on May 6-7. The Prime Minister highlighted that the Indian armed forces executed precise strikes on terrorist hideouts and training centers in Pakistan, delivering a decisive blow. He remarked that “the terrorists never imagined India would make such a bold move, but when the nation stands united with Nation First as its guiding principle, firm decisions are taken and impactful results are delivered”. He stated that India's missile and drone strikes on terrorist hubs in Pakistan shattered not only their infrastructure but also their morale. The Prime Minister pointed out that locations like Bahawalpur and Muridke had long operated as centers of global terrorism, linking them to major attacks worldwide, including 9/11 attacks of US, the London Tube bombings and decades of terrorist incidents in India.
A
prize catch! Chinese supplied weaponry including the PL-15 AAM lying unexploded
shown at a formal Indian military briefing.
Remnants
of loitering munitions used by Pak forces and (right) debris of Pak long range
rockets.
13 May (morning)
The Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi visited AFS Adampur on 13 May, to meet “our brave air warriors and soldiers. It was a very special experience to be with those who epitomise courage, determination and fearlessness,” the PM stated.
Screengrab from X. Anchit Gupta says, “Tom Cooper is one of the most respected combat aviation historians in the world. Austrian analyst, prolific author, and expert on air wars from the Middle East to South Asia. So when he calls India’s air campaign a clear-cut victory — the World listens”.
Mr. Modi stated that India’s precise and forceful strikes had left Pakistan in deep frustration, pushing it into desperation. In its agitation, Pakistan resorted to a reckless act instead of joining the global fight against terrorism—it launched attacks on Indian schools, colleges, gurdwaras, temples, and civilian homes, also targeting military bases, he added. He highlighted how this aggression exposed Pakistan’s vulnerabilities, as its drones and missiles crumbled like straw before India’s advanced air defence systems, which neutralised them in the sky. He remarked that while Pakistan had prepared to strike India’s borders, India delivered a decisive blow to Pakistan’s core. Indian drones and missiles executed highly accurate strikes, severely damaging Pakistani airbases that it had long boasted about. Within the first three days of India’s response, Pakistan suffered destruction far beyond its expectations. Following India’s aggressive countermeasures, Pakistan began seeking ways to de-escalate, appealing to the global community for relief from rising tensions. He revealed that, after suffering severe losses, Pakistan’s military reached out to India’s DGMO on the afternoon of 10 May. By then, India had already dismantled large scale terrorist infrastructure, eliminated key militants and reduced Pakistan’s terror hubs to ruins.
IAF MiG-29UPG and S-400 in the background. PM Modi: “Earlier this morning, I went to AFS Adampur and met our brave air warriors and soldiers. It was a very special experience to be with those who epitomise courage, determination and fearlessness. India is eternally grateful to our armed forces for everything they do for our nation”.
The Prime Minister emphasised that India's Armed Forces—the Army, Air Force, Navy, Border Security Force (BSF) and paramilitary units—remain on high alert, ensuring national security at all times. “Operation Sindoor is now India's established policy in the fight against terrorism, marking a decisive shift in India's strategic approach”, he declared, stating that the operation had set a new standard, a new normal in counter-terrorism measures.
Before and after images of Nur Khan airbase. @detresfa_
points out that the structures destroyed or damaged include two long trailer
trucks with awnings on the sides. This may have been some sort of Pak Command
and Control facility. Photo: @Maxar