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In the early hours of May 7, 2025, India sent a clear and powerful message — acts of terror will not go unanswered.

Under the banner of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Armed Forces carried out a precise and focused strike targeting terrorist camps across the border, specifically in areas of Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The operation zeroed in on nine carefully selected locations — all linked to the planning and execution of recent attacks on Indian soil.

This strong but measured response comes in the wake of the horrific Pahalgam terror attack, where 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national lost their lives. The nation had been grieving — and now, it’s standing up.

But India made one thing clear: this isn’t about escalating conflict. In fact, no Pakistani military facilities were targeted. The objective? Hold the perpetrators accountable, without lighting a fuse that could widen the conflict. It’s a response rooted in responsibility — not recklessness.

The operation also holds special significance under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, a time when the country is reflecting on 75+ years of independence and the sacrifices made to protect it. Today’s action is a modern continuation of that spirit — protecting India's sovereignty while honoring the lives lost.

A more detailed briefing on Operation Sindoor is expected later today. But for now, one message rings loud and clear: India will not let terrorism go unpunished.