A Month Since Sindoor: Pakistan Still Hurts from India’s Terror Camp Takedown

National News: India marked the one-month anniversary of Operation Sindoor, the audacious military strikes conducted on May 6-7, 2025, targeting nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Launched in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, mostly tourists, the operation crippled terror infrastructure, delivering a decisive blow to Pakistan’s proxy war efforts. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the Chenab Railway Bridge inauguration on June 6, described the strikes as a “night of doom” for Pakistan, emphasizing their lasting impact. The operation, involving BrahMos missiles and advanced drones, killed over 100 terrorists and disrupted key airbases, as reported by sources.  As Pakistan grapples with the strategic and psychological fallout, Operation Sindoor stands as a testament to India’s zero-tolerance policy against terrorism.

A Strategic Masterstroke

Operation Sindoor, executed with precision, targeted terror camps linked to groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba, responsible for the Pahalgam attack. The operation, costing Pakistan over 160 lives, including 35-40 military personnel, destroyed ammunition depots and training centers. Modi’s reference to the strikes as a response to Pakistan’s attack on “Kashmiriyat” highlighted their cultural and strategic significance. Pakistan’s attempt to retaliate through Operation Bunyan al-Marsoos, involving F-16 jets, faltered within eight hours, forcing a ceasefire plea via diplomatic channels. 

Ongoing Impact and Tensions

One month on, Pakistan remains rattled, with its military and intelligence agencies struggling to rebuild decimated terror networks. The strikes exposed vulnerabilities in Pakistan’s air defenses, prompting internal reviews, as noted by @ANI
 on X. India’s deployment of advanced surveillance and missile systems has shifted regional dynamics, with Pakistan facing diplomatic isolation. reflects pride in India’s resolve, though some warn of escalation risks. As Jammu and Kashmir benefits from enhanced connectivity, Operation Sindoor’s legacy endures, reinforcing India’s commitment to peace and security while keeping Pakistan’s terror apparatus in check.