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NDTV
15 hours ago
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- NDTV
Explained: NCERT's New Lesson On Operation Sindoor And India's Fight Against Terror
New Delhi: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has introduced a special module on Operation Sindoor, India's military response to the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. Two versions have been released - 'Operation Sindoor: A Saga of Valour (Preparatory and Middle Stages)' and 'Operation Sindoor: A Mission of Honour and Bravery (Secondary Stage)'. Both are designed for interactive classroom learning. Pakistan and its role in Pahalgam attack The book places the responsibility of Pahalgam attack on Pakistan stating that "their political and military leadership was involved". "Pakistan denied any involvement and didn't take any steps to stop the terrorists. India kept urging them to shut down the terrorist camps, but their leaders didn't act." The Secondary Stage text concludes with a clear message: "The valiant actions of the Indian Armed Forces compelled the Pakistan Armed Forces to seek an urgent ceasefire by breaking their will to continue the fight." Why the name 'Sindoor'? The codename carried deep symbolism. Sindoor, worn by married women, was chosen to honour widows of victims and soldiers. "Sindoor is a symbol of marriage, love, and respect... The operation was named to honour their pain and strength," the module states. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is quoted as saying: "Operation Sindoor is not just a name but a reflection of the feelings of millions of people of the country. It is an unwavering commitment to justice." The 22-Minute Strike On May 7, 2025, at 0105 hrs, the Indian Armed Forces launched a 22-minute mission that destroyed nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir. • The Army neutralised seven ground targets • The Air Force hit Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed bases in Muridke and Bahawalpur The text notes: "India made sure no civilians were harmed. Every target was double-checked. Only terrorist bases were attacked." What triggered the response? On April 22, 2025, terrorists from The Resistance Front, a Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy, attacked unarmed tourists at Baisaran Valley, Pahalgam, killing 26. The attack sparked nationwide outrage and solidarity - candlelight marches, business shutdowns in Kashmir, and protests by Muslim groups in cities like Hyderabad and Lucknow. Pakistan's Retaliation On May 8, Pakistan responded with drones and artillery at Indian bases. Civilian areas, schools, and religious places were also struck, killing 14 in Jammu and Kashmir. India's defence grid, including S-400, Akash, and Pechora systems, repelled most of the attacks. A major offensive on May 10 was also thwarted without damage to Indian assets. Tri-Service Role and Indigenous Technology The Army, Navy, and Air Force coordinated with Border Security Force (BSF) operations and ISRO satellite surveillance. • The Air Force destroyed radar sites, runways, and command centres across Pakistan. • The Navy dominated the Arabian Sea with its Carrier Battle Group. • Indigenous systems such as BrahMos, Rudram, Hawk and Eagle drones, and smart artillery highlighted the success of Make in India. Praising our armed forces, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said: "The operation proved India can break through any enemy defence using what we've made ourselves." Civilian Preparedness The modules also highlight 'Operation Abhyas' - nationwide drills with air raid sirens and blackout exercises on May 7, 2025. Citizens were trained to stay calm during emergencies, underlining the role of collective preparedness in India's fight against terror.
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
NCERT brings Operation Sindoor to classrooms, calls it a promise of peace
NEW DELHI: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has rolled out two special supplementary modules on Operation Sindoor for Classes III to XII, presenting the mission as not just a military response but also a pledge to safeguard peace and honour the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack . The material has been introduced a little over three months after the counter-offensive. The modules underline that despite Pakistan's official denial, the Pahalgam attack was carried out on the 'direct orders' of Pakistan's military and political leadership. Detailing India's retaliatory action, the material notes: 'India launched missiles and air strikes, targeting nine terrorist sites situated in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) on May 7, 2025. Out of nine targets which were finally chosen and approved, seven of these terror camps were destroyed by the Indian Army, while the Indian Air Force destroyed terrorist targets in Muridke and Bahawalpur, which are the nerve centres of Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed. ' The council has reiterated the government's position that civilians were not harmed. 'Every target was double-checked. Only terrorist bases were attacked. This operation showed that India would not let terror masterminds escape punishment,' one module states. The two modules are titled Operation Sindoor: A Saga of Valour for Classes III–VIII and Operation Sindoor: A Mission of Honour and Bravery for Classes IX–XII. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it better to shower in the morning or at night? Here's what a microbiologist says CNA Read More Undo They aim to raise awareness among students about India's military capability and resilience. The material describes Operation Sindoor as 'a triumph of bravery, strategy and innovation,' highlighting India's use of advanced air defence systems like the S-400, which shot down enemy aircraft and neutralised drones. The modules also place emphasis on the wave of public solidarity after the Pahalgam attack. They describe nationwide candlelight marches and note that 'Muslim communities in Hyderabad, Lucknow, and Bhopal wore black armbands and openly denounced the attack. In Kashmir, shopkeepers closed their shops in protest, and border villages demanded strong action in support of the Armed Forces.' The secondary module stresses that local Kashmiri populations 'stood up and spoke against terrorists, breaking stereotypes and reflecting the real voice of peace-loving people. ' Explaining the choice of the name, the modules state that 'Operation Sindoor' was selected as a tribute to the widows of victims, symbolising solidarity, empathy and respect. The content situates Operation Sindoor within the continuum of India's firm responses to terror, drawing parallels with the Balakot air strikes of 2019 after Pulwama and earlier wars in 1947, 1965, 1971 and 1999. It underscores that groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, Hizbul Mujahideen and Pakistan's ISI were behind the attacks. 'It was not just a military operation; it was a promise to protect peace and honour the lives lost,' the modules conclude.
