As most Indians were peacefully sleeping at home, the Indian army was well awake – plan and execute a precise and powerful military operation that resonated through the borders. #Operationsindoor. “The consequences of the precision strikes of the Indian armed forces in terrorist installations in Pakistan have sparked a wave of nationalist pride across the country, with #operationsindoor and #jaihind dominating social media. Indian sports fraternity has also increased in unison to greet the armed forces for air strikes.
The Sindoor operation, launched in the intermediate night of May 6 and 7, struck nine high -value terrorist targets in Pakistan and cashmere occupied by Pakistan (Pok) in what was called a “calculated, calculated” terrorist response only two weeks ago.
The secret strike, executed around 1:44 am, completely took the Pakistani forces off guard. In a carefully choreographed offensive, the Indian Air Force neutralized terrorist camps linked to world-scale outfits like Jaish-E-Mohammed and Lashkar-E-Taiba without crossing Pakistan’s air space-a strategic signal of India’s commitment to precision, restriction and responsibility.
Among the noisiest voices, praising the mission, there were some of the most decorated sports personalities in India – led by boxer Gaurav Bidhuri, who delivered a burning reprimand to criticism and sincere salvation to the Indian armed forces.
“While we sleep with us, our Indian army executed the Sindoor operation. And to all those who continued to shout: “Modi Ji, attack!” Why don’t you attack? “It’s your clear answer,” Bidhuri told Ians.
“It is easy to give free advice while sitting comfortably at home – calling for an attack without understanding the severity of the situation. But in reality, these military operations require intense planning, strategic precision and a careful evaluation of the consequences. Our army has taken its time, planned thoroughly and impact.
“They struck 8 to 9 terrorist camps in a single coordinated mission. And yes-to those of the opposition who demanded once the proof, I do not think they will need this time. The evidence is noisy and clear,” he said.
Bidhuri added: “Today, the whole nation is held behind the Indian army and our leadership. It is not only reprisals – it is justice. It is a message to those who dare to attack us: your actions will not remain unanswered. I have Hind!”
The icon of wrestling and Olympic medalist Bajrang Punia, whose brother was killed during the attack on Pahalgam, also broke his silence with a moving tribute to the bravery of the army.
“I am extremely proud of our Indian army. They honored the death of my brother with justice, courage and precision,” Punia told Ians.
“Their actions have brought some comfort to families like mine while making the whole nation proud. It is our duty to support the armed forces without division or politics. In terms of national security, the country must speak in a voice. That this operation is a warning: any attack on India will be welcomed with force and resolution, ”said Punia.
The Boxer Vijer Singh kept it short but stirring: “Bharat Mata Ki Jai.”
The badminton star Saina Nehwal and the former cricket player Suresh Raina also struck, displaying “Jai Hind” to their millions of followers on social platforms.
According to the Ministry of Defense, the Sindoor operation was carried out after a vast collection of information, with a strategic intention to eliminate terrorist infrastructure without degenerating into direct military confrontation. Above all, no installation or civilian army of the Pakistani army was injured during strikes – a decision taken to point out the reservoir even during the force.
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