Operation Sindoor: The Full Story of the Pahalgam Attack, Retaliation, and Strategic Response
Following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a direct order for retaliation. The plan for Operation Sindoor was quickly drafted, with the armed forces preparing meticulously and finalizing target locations. On the global stage, India actively built pressure against Pakistan. The United States and Saudi Arabia also made efforts to influence India’s decisions and promote diplomatic solutions.
The Immediate Response
In a sudden move, Prime Minister Modi cut short his visit to Saudi Arabia and held an emergency meeting at the airport. He made it clear that India would retaliate decisively. Within three days of the April 22 attack, the blueprint for Operation Sindoor was finalized, and the army was entrusted with executing the mission. The military informed the government that after approximately 10 days of detailed preparations and intelligence gathering, the operation would commence. Identifying the terrorist hideouts and secure targets was a key challenge.
Global Diplomacy and Tensions
During these 10 days, India sought to garner international consensus against terrorism and build support for targeted action. It was understood that given the current global tensions, persuading the international community would be challenging. Meanwhile, Pakistan responded to India’s firm stance by offering to cooperate in the investigation of the Pahalgam attack—an apparent attempt to play the victim card.
Awaiting the Perfect Moment
India knew that Pakistan’s moves were part of a broader strategy to divert attention and delay meaningful action. As tensions mounted, India carefully waited for the right moment to execute Operation Sindoor, aiming to deliver a strong message against cross-border terror while navigating a complex international environment.