On May 7, 2025, India launched Operation Sindoor, where they attacked nine terrorist hideouts in Pakistan and Pakistani-controlled Kashmir. The reason behind this? These places were believed to be linked to terrorist groups that have been a real threat to India for years.
Why These 9 Places?
India chose these places because they were linked to terrorist groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and Hizbul Mujahideen, who’ve caused a lot of harm over the years. For example, they were behind the 2019 Pulwama attack, where 40 soldiers lost their lives. These groups have carried out many attacks, and India felt it was time to take action and stop them from causing more damage.
Here’s a breakdown of the spots India hit:
Bahawalpur: The main base of Jaish-e-Mohammed, and where their leader, Masood Azhar, is based.
Muridke: This is the main center of Lashkar-e-Taiba.
Kotli: A major training ground for Lashkar-e-Taiba fighters who later attack India.
Muzaffarabad: Two camps used to train terrorists for attacks in India.
Chakswari, Bhimber, Neelum Valley, Jhelum, and Chakwal: These areas were also known for terrorist activity.
Why These Locations?
These weren’t just random places picked out of nowhere. They were spots linked to groups that have been actively planning and training to attack India. By targeting these locations, India aimed to disrupt these groups and stop them from causing more harm.
A Look at the Past
This situation might feel familiar because India has been through similar attacks before:
In 2016, 19 soldiers were killed when terrorists attacked an army base in Uri.
In 2019, 40 soldiers died in the Pulwama attack, which led to India carrying out airstrikes on Balakot, Pakistan.
How Did India Strike?
India carried out airstrikes on terrorist camps, making sure to target the camps and avoid harming innocent people. The aim was to send a clear message while making sure the attacks were as precise as possible.
Why Now?
The strikes were in response to the Pahalgam attack on April 22, 2025, where 26 Hindu tourists were killed. India blamed terrorist groups based in Pakistan for this attack, and the operation was a way of protecting its people and showing that these kinds of attacks won’t be tolerated.
📜 To Sum It Up
India chose these nine locations because they were linked to groups that have caused major harm in the past. Operation Sindoor was all about taking action to fight back and sending a message that terrorism will not be tolerated. The ultimate goal was to prevent future attacks and keep everyone safe.
