Operation Sindoor: India’s Military Response Along the Line of Control
Srinagar and Jammu: India has deployed T-72 tanks along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Akhnoor sector of Jammu and Kashmir during Operation Sindoor, showcasing enhanced armored firepower, air defense precision, and artillery coordination in response to Pakistani aggression.
As part of the operation, Indian forces have demonstrated a strong military presence, with the deployment of T-72 tanks equipped with 125mm guns and missile capabilities up to 4,000 meters. These tanks were moved into position as part of a broader joint force deployment, according to a senior officer.
These T-72s are stationed along the LoC alongside BMP-2 armored vehicles to seal infiltration routes, highlighting the Indian military’s sustained readiness and strategic positioning.
Army officials have confirmed that the operation remains active, not terminated or concluded, with military action against Pakistan paused since May 10. Soldiers maintain 24×7 vigilance along the LoC, ensuring continuous monitoring and response capabilities.
Brigadier Mudit Mahajan, commander of the Poonch Brigade, emphasized the importance of the operation, stating, “If challenged again, we will respond not with words, but with fire and the nation’s resolve.” This statement underscores the determination of Indian military forces to maintain security and stability in the region.
During the operation, air defense units played a critical role in neutralizing multiple drone swarm threats, emerging as a key component of the Indian military’s defensive strategy. Brig Mahajan highlighted the exceptional skill, resilience, and coordination of these units, noting that every aerial threat was intercepted effectively.
Indian precision firepower struck nine critical targets across the LoC in the PoK, neutralizing six key terrorist camps opposite Poonch, Rajouri, and Akhnoor. “We struck with unmatched precision and purpose,” Brig Mahajan said, emphasizing the accuracy and effectiveness of the military’s actions.
In north Pir Panjal, the Army reported zero casualties on the Indian side while confirming that 65 Pakistani soldiers were killed in retaliatory strikes. This follows earlier estimates by DGMO Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, who had previously indicated that 35–40 Pakistani personnel were killed between May 7 and 10 in LoC exchanges.
Indian forces also neutralized nine major terrorist hideouts in the Kupwara and Tangdhar sectors of north Kashmir, some of which were deemed inaccessible. Top officials reported zero casualties on the Indian side, reinforcing the effectiveness of the military’s operations.
Brig Mahajan stressed that the Poonch Brigade is “not a part but the heart of Operation Sindoor,” highlighting the critical role of this unit in the overall military strategy.
Air Marshal AK Bharti noted that IAF airstrikes across the western sector crippled Pakistani airbases and military infrastructure. Targets included Chaklala, Rafiqui, Rahim Yar Khan, Sargodha, Bhulari, and Jacobabad. “Aggression was met with calibrated and coordinated force,” he said, underscoring the effectiveness of the Indian military’s response.
The operation also exposed significant lapses in Pakistan’s artillery training. An unexploded 155mm shell discovered in the Mendhar sector of Jammu was found fitted with a plug instead of a fuse. Lt Col Suneel Bartwal, a defense spokesperson in Jammu, called this “the most basic error,” highlighting the inadequate training standards in Pakistan.
“Fitting a fuse is basic training for gunners worldwide. This highlights shallow training standards and Pakistan’s hollow claims on global platforms,” he said, emphasizing the need for improved artillery training in Pakistan.
Army bomb disposal teams, in coordination with Jammu and Kashmir police, are conducting operations across Poonch, Krishna Ghati, and Mendhar to clear unexploded shells. “Operations follow strict safety protocols with minimal risk to civilian life and property,” Col Bartwal said, ensuring the safety of the local population.