How Indian Army's 15 Corps executed Operation Sindoor with precision and surprise
In the first detailed briefing since the launch of Operation Sindoor, the Corps Commander of the Indian Army's 15 Corps, Lieutenant General Prashant Srivastava, revealed key operational details of the dramatic, high-impact retaliatory strike conducted across the Line of Control (LoC).Launched in response to unprovoked aggression and the continued support for terror infrastructure by the Pakistan Army, the operation marks a significant moment in India's cross-border military posture.advertisementPLANNING PHASEThe planning for Operation Sindoor began immediately after the Pahalgam attack. Over 15 days, Indian forces conducted intensive reconnaissance, intelligence-gathering, and strategic planning.
This included strengthening defensive postures, identifying high-value enemy targets, and integrating next-generation weapon systems along with electronic warfare capabilities.A post-strike damage assessment (PSDA) mechanism was prepared in advance, supported by real-time surveillance ('eyes on target') to ensure precise outcomes. The strike was carefully synchronised to deliver a swift and overwhelming blow, with the first 25 minutes deemed critical.The offensive began between 01:05 am and 01:30 am on May 7, with simultaneous strikes launched across multiple enemy positions.EXECUTION AND TACTICSSurprise was the cornerstone of Operation Sindoor's success. Pakistani troops, according to intelligence reports, were caught completely off-guard. In many instances, they failed to comprehend the scale of the attack until substantial damage had already been done.advertisementIndian artillery operated in tight coordination, delivering massive yet selective shelling aimed at terror infrastructure and Pakistani military positions that supported such networks.Lt Gen Srivastava emphasised that no women or children were targeted, reflecting the Indian Army's strict commitment to ethical conduct.TARGET ZONES AND IMPACTKey enemy locations—including those in the Muzaffarabad sector, as deep as 34 to 41 km inside Pakistani territory—were hit.Several posts that were reportedly being used as shields for terror hideouts were also selectively targeted after intelligence confirmed the terrorist presence.This was the first time India struck so deep and wide across multiple sectors inside Pakistani territory in a coordinated attack.DAMAGE INFLICTED AND PAKISTANI CASUALTIESThe strike resulted in 64 Pakistani fatalities, including two Pakistan Army officers, and 96 injuries.Intercepted communications revealed panic and confusion. In one message, a Pakistani commander was heard saying: "Daftar to kal bhi khul jaayega, filhaal jaan bachake bhaago." (The office can open tomorrow; for now, save your life and run.)Attempts by Pakistan's Border Action Team (BAT) to retaliate were successfully repelled. Indian forces employed advanced launchpads and electronic warfare to intercept and prevent cross-border intrusions.QUADCOPTER DETECTION: A TACTICAL WIN IN PIR PANJALBeyond direct combat, Operation Sindoor also included robust surveillance operations.advertisementIn the northern Pir Panjal range, Indian forces successfully detected and tracked 307 Pakistani quadcopters out of 349 intrusions—highlighting Pakistan's growing reliance on drones for smuggling and reconnaissance.This effort significantly degraded Pakistan's situational awareness and gave India a tactical edge throughout the operation.ZERO INDIAN CASUALTIESRemarkably, no Indian casualties were reported. 'Any Casualty: None,' Lt Gen Srivastava proudly said. This highlights the precision, coordination, and firepower dominance demonstrated by the Indian armed forces.The Indian Army also clarified that Operation Sindoor was a measured and punitive response, not an act of escalation. The objective was to send a clear signal—strategic deterrence without unnecessary destruction.OPERATION SINDOOR CONTINUESOperation Sindoor, led by the 15 Corps under Lt Gen Prashant Srivastava, will be remembered as one of the most calculated and successful cross-border military actions in recent times. The operation not only reaffirmed India's military capability and technological superiority but also showcased its restraint in warfare.The message was unambiguous: any provocation or support to terrorism will be met with decisive force.Tune InMust Watch
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