Operation Sindoor: Indian Army reveals designers behind viral logo
NEW DELHI: A simple yet powerful symbol has become the face of India's decisive military response to terror. The iconic logo of Operation Sindoor, now etched in the national consciousness, was designed not by advertising professionals or branding firms, but by two men in uniform — Lt Col Harsh Gupta and Havildar Surinder Singh.The logo, unveiled shortly after India's precision strikes on May 7 against nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir, uses symbolism that has deeply resonated with millions. The second 'O' in Sindoor is designed with a traditional vermilion bowl — a sacred symbol of married Hindu women — its bold red hue speaking volumes about sacrifice, justice, and national pride.advertisementAccording to the Indian Army's special edition of Baatcheet magazine, this now-iconic image was created in-house by the Social Media Section of the Additional Directorate General of Strategic Communication.
"Operation Sindoor was not just a military mission, but the face of a changing India," Prime Minister Narendra Modi said during his Mann Ki Baat radio address. "It reflects the country's resolve, courage, and growing strength on the global stage."The logo was first posted at 1:51 a.m. on X (formerly Twitter) on May 7, just minutes after the conclusion of the 25-minute air operation. It was accompanied by a crisp, thunderous message: "#PahalgamTerrorAttack Justice is Served. Jai Hind!"#PahalgamTerrorAttackJustice is Served.Jai Hind! pic.twitter.com/Aruatj6OfA— ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) May 6, 2025The page-turning opening of Baatcheet carries the poster in full glory, underscored by the Indian Army emblem. The second page recounts the trigger — the April 22 Pahalgam massacre, where five terrorists slaughtered 26 civilians in Baisaran Valley.advertisement'This incident fortified the resolve of our country to fight terror with punitive action,' reads a caption titled Pahalgam.The magazine shares emotional imagery from the aftermath, including rows of coffins and tearful farewells. It also includes a timestamped photograph of Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi monitoring the strike operation from a control room.(With inputs from PTI)ALSO READ: Nakal karne ke liye akal chahiye: Asaduddin Owaisi on Pak's fake China drill picTune InMust Watch
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