New Delhi – On May 11, 2025, the Indian Army held a crucial press conference addressing the recent escalation in military operations along the India-Pakistan border. Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, Director General of Military Operations (DGMO), briefed the media on Operation Sindoor, ceasefire violations, and India’s preparedness in the face of rising tensions.
🔥 Operation Sindoor: Retaliatory Precision Strikes
Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7, was India's strategic retaliation to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed 26 innocent lives. Lt Gen Ghai confirmed that Indian forces successfully targeted nine major militant infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
These strikes focused on camps associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba, using precision-guided munitions to avoid civilian casualties. Importantly, no Pakistani civilian or military infrastructure was deliberately targeted—a move underscoring India's commitment to targeted anti-terror operations.
⚔️ Casualty Figures & Cross-Border Clashes
The Indian Army revealed that between May 7 and 10, approximately 35–40 Pakistani soldiers were neutralized. India suffered five fatalities among its own personnel during the same period. The skirmishes involved missile strikes, drone incursions, and artillery exchanges.
✋ Ceasefire Agreement – A Fragile Peace?
A ceasefire agreement, brokered with U.S. mediation, came into effect on May 10. However, Lt Gen Ghai reported ceasefire violations by Pakistan mere hours later. In response, India issued a firm warning via the military hotline and placed border troops on high alert, authorizing immediate response to further violations.
🛡️ Operation Abhyaas: Civil Defence Preparedness
Parallel to the military response, India launched Operation Abhyaas—a nationwide civil defence mock drill on May 7. This involved blackout simulations, air-raid siren tests, and emergency evacuation drills across 244 districts. The objective: ensure civilian readiness amid escalating threats.
📝 Conclusion
The May 11 press conference reinforced India's stance: zero tolerance for cross-border terrorism and a firm commitment to protecting national sovereignty. While the ceasefire presents a window for peace, the situation remains volatile. India is fully prepared—militarily and civically—for any further developments.
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