Operation Sindoor Anniversary: Former DGMO Rajiv Ghai says ‘no safe haven for terrorists anymore’

Following Operation Sindoor, Pakistan made several claims and allegations regarding the military action. During the operation, Indian forces conducted airstrikes on nine terror camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). 

On the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army stated that there are no longer any safe havens for terrorism and that the operation marked only the beginning of India’s campaign against terror. Last year, the Indian armed forces carried out Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam attack, targeting terrorists responsible for the assault.

Following Operation Sindoor, Pakistan made several claims and allegations regarding the military action. During the operation, Indian forces conducted airstrikes on nine terror camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). After the strikes, Pakistan strongly reacted and began spreading what Indian officials described as false narratives at the international level. Indian authorities also pointed out that Pakistan was unable to provide evidence to support many of its claims.

Speaking on the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, former DGMO Rajiv Ghai responded to questions regarding Pakistan’s allegations. He said India had presented evidence after the operation and questioned whether Pakistan had shown any proof or videos to support its own assertions. He added that spreading misinformation had long been a habit of Pakistan.

Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai described Operation Sindoor as a defining moment in India’s strategic journey. He emphasised that the operation was not merely a military action, but also represented a major shift in India’s approach towards counter-terrorism.

He stated that during the operation, the Indian Air Force targeted 11 airfields in Pakistan along with nine major terrorist camps. More than 100 terrorists were reportedly killed during the strikes. He further noted that no Indian military assets suffered damage during the operation. According to him, Pakistan, under pressure from the Indian military action, appealed for the strikes to be stopped.

During the press conference, Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai said the Indian Air Force had advanced with careful planning and a well-executed strategy, targeting locations across the Line of Control as well as the international border with Pakistan. He also revealed that the government had given the armed forces only two clear directives before the operation: achieving the political and military objectives and ensuring operational flexibility in carrying out the mission.