‘In Operation Sindoor, we played chess': Army chief on military operation against Pakistan
Dwivedi said that a meeting of three chiefs of armed forces was held with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on April 23, when a free hand was given to the military to decide the operation.
The Army chief took the example of chess to detail the operations conducted against Pakistan from 7 May, saying that the warfare was not anything like the conventional ones.
Also Read: Day after Pahalgam, Rajnath said 'enough is enough', forces given free hand: Army chief on Op Sindoor
"In Operation Sindoor, we played chess. It means that we did not know the next move the enemy is going to take and what we were going to do. This is what we call a grey zone," Upendra Dwivedi said at an event in IIT Madras in Chennai.
"Grey zone means that we are not going for the conventional operations. But we are doing something just short of a conventional operation," he added.
The statements by the Army chief on the Operation Sindoor came hours after Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh spoke on the operation and revealed that India shot down five Pakistani fighter jets and a large Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft during the four-day conflict.
Army chief Dwivedi said Operation Sindoor taught the armed forces to operate in a grey zone, adding that the military was making chess moves during the operation.
Also Read: 'There was political will...no restrictions': IAF chief on Operation Sindoor
"Somewhere we were giving them the checkmate and somewhere we were going in for the kill at the risk of losing our own, but that's life is all about," he added.
He said that after the Pahalgam terror attack, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told the three service chiefs during a meeting, 'Enough is enough,' and they were clearly told that something had to be done.
"That is the kind of confidence, political direction and political clarity we saw for the first time... That is what raises your morale. That is how it helped our army commander-in-chiefs to be on the ground and act as per their wisdom," he added.
Meanwhile, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, during an address in Bengaluru, said that India shot down five Pakistani fighter jets using S-400 air defence systems. Apart from the five jets, a large Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft was also destroyed, Singh said.
The Air Chief Marshal also said that the air force faced no restrictions during Operation Sindoor, adding that it had complete freedom to plan and execute the mission.
Operation Sindoor was launched on May 7, where India targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), days after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which claimed the lives of 26 people.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Hindu
16 minutes ago
- The Hindu
Cherish Tiranga, uphold its timeless ideals of secularism, brotherhood, says J&K CM Omar Abdullah
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday (August 12, 2025) participated in the Tiranga Yatra procession at Srinagar's Dal Lake, underscoring the place the Tricolour holds in the country's pride. 'The National Flag is a living symbol of our unity, peace, and harmony. The Tiranga carries the hopes and sacrifices of generations and reflects India's true strength — our diversity. I urge everyone to cherish it and uphold its timeless ideals of secularism and brotherhood,' Mr. Abdullah said. The Chief Minister also recalled the struggle of patriots to see the Tricolour displayed on government buildings. 'There was once a student who returned to India from the United States to challenge restrictions on the use of the Tricolour. He pursued the matter legally and eventually helped secure the right for citizens to fly the National Flag at their residences,' Mr. Abdullah said. Earlier in the day, L-G Sinha flagged off the Tiranga Yatra. 'The Tiranga is my Dharma. The Tiranga is my strength. The Tiranga is my heartbeat,' Mr. Sinha said. Hundreds of people, including officials, joined the rally to honour the National Flag. 'The flag symbolises our unity, pride, and shared identity,' the L-G said. Stating that thousands had gathered to honour the National Flag, Mr. Sinha said, 'We must also resolve to build the edifice of a modern and prosperous J&K on the foundation of the sacrifices made by our soldiers of the Army, CAPFs, and Police.' He added that, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Jammu and Kashmir has entered a new era of inclusive development. 'With renewed self-confidence and faith, the people of J&K are writing their own destiny. The unfulfilled dreams of generations are finally being realised. With love for Maa Bharti in their hearts, the people of J&K are marching ahead. This patriotic spirit is our greatest strength and is paving the way for a peaceful and prosperous future for J&K and the nation,' the Lieutenant Governor said. He said that the skies of Jammu and Kashmir were shining with the Tricolour. 'From the banks of the Jhelum to the Chenab, and from the peaks of Pir Panjal to Harmukh, the cry of 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' can be heard everywhere. A new generation is rising, dedicated to the honour and glory of the Tricolour. They have one resolve — to live and die for Maa Bharti,' the Lieutenant Governor said. The L-G appealed to all sections of society, especially the youth of J&K, 'to participate enthusiastically in the third phase of the Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan,' starting on August 13.
Time of India
32 minutes ago
- Time of India
Pakistan will not allow India to snatch 'even one drop' of its water: PM Sharif
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said India would not be allowed to snatch "even one drop" of water belonging to Pakistan, amid tensions between the two neighbours. A day after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, India took a series of punitive measures against Pakistan that included putting the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) of 1960 in "abeyance". Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 4 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 3 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals By Vaibhav Sisinity View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 2 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass Batch-1 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Pakistan has repeatedly warned that any interference to stop the water would be treated as an act of war. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Compare Spreads: Bitcoin vs Ethereum CFDs IC Markets Learn More Undo "I want to tell the enemy today that if you threaten to hold our water, then keep this in mind that you cannot snatch even one drop of Pakistan," Prime Minister Sharif said while addressing a ceremony here. He warned that if India attempted such an act, "you will be again taught such a lesson that you will be left holding your ears." Live Events A day earlier, former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari termed the IWT's suspension an attack on the Indus Valley Civilisation and said the nation would not back down if New Delhi forced it into war. In an address to the Pakistani diaspora in Tampa, Florida, Army Chief Asim Munir reportedly said Islamabad would destroy any dam if it cut off water flow to Pakistan. "We will wait for India to build a dam, and when they do so, we will destroy it," he was quoted as saying by the Dawn newspaper. "The Indus River is not the Indians' family property. We have no shortage of resources to undo the Indian designs to stop the river." India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians. India and Pakistan reached an understanding on May 10 to end the conflict after four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes.
Indian Express
an hour ago
- Indian Express
Pakistan will not allow India to snatch ‘even one drop' of its water: PM Sharif
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said India would not be allowed to snatch 'even one drop' of water belonging to Pakistan, amid tensions between the two neighbours. A day after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, India took a series of punitive measures against Pakistan that included putting the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) of 1960 in 'abeyance'. Pakistan has repeatedly warned that any interference to stop the water would be treated as an act of war. 'I want to tell the enemy today that if you threaten to hold our water, then keep this in mind that you cannot snatch even one drop of Pakistan,' Prime Minister Sharif said while addressing a ceremony here. He warned that if India attempted such an act, 'you will be again taught such a lesson that you will be left holding your ears.' A day earlier, former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari termed the IWT's suspension an attack on the Indus Valley Civilisation and said the nation would not back down if New Delhi forced it into war. In an address to the Pakistani diaspora in Tampa, Florida, Army Chief Asim Munir reportedly said Islamabad would destroy any dam if it cut off water flow to Pakistan. 'We will wait for India to build a dam, and when they do so, we will destroy it,' he was quoted as saying by the Dawn newspaper. 'The Indus River is not the Indians' family property. We have no shortage of resources to undo the Indian designs to stop the river.' India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians. India and Pakistan reached an understanding on May 10 to end the conflict after four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes.
