In a notable and decisive display of tri-services coordination, the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force jointly addressed the media in the capital on Sunday evening, unveiling the details of Operation Sindoor-India's calibrated military response to last month's Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives.

Nine terrorist camps across PoJK and Punjab obliterated in coordinated military action

Lt General Rajiv Ghai (Army), Air Marshal A.K. Bharti (Air Force), Vice Admiral A.N. Pramod (Navy) and Major General S.S. Sharda stood shoulder to shoulder at the National Media Centre, reflecting the unity of command behind the operation.

Surgical Precision Across Borders

Military officials confirmed that nine terrorist camps, located in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) and Pakistan's Punjab province, were identified, surveyed, and neutralised with surgical precision.

Several of these camps, including facilities in Muridke-a known Lashkar-e-Taiba hub that previously bred operatives like Ajmal Kasab and David Headley-had been under continuous observation for weeks. Intelligence teams mapped terrain, structural layouts, and movement patterns before authorizing kinetic strikes.

Airstrikes on Terror Infrastructure

Air Marshal Bharti shared satellite visuals of airstrikes on camps in Bahawalpur and Muridke, showing collapsed rooftops and destroyed buildings.

High-value terrorists behind IC-814 and Pulwama neutralized in airstrikes

"Our surveillance and targeting were razor-sharp. Precision-guided munitions ensured minimal collateral damage," he said. "The objective was clear: eliminate terror infrastructure and operatives, not civilian or military installations."

High-Value Targets Eliminated

Lt General Rajiv Ghai confirmed the elimination of several high-value terrorists, including:

• Yusuf Azhar - mastermind behind the IC-814 hijacking
• Abdul Malik Rauf - senior Lashkar commander
• Mudasir Ahmed - linked to the Pulwama suicide bombing

Strategic Naval Support: While not directly involved in ground strikes, the Indian Navy played a critical support role, ensuring logistical coordination, precision munitions, and strategic deterrence in surrounding waters.

Drone Intrusions Repelled

Following the strikes, Pakistan intensified UAV intrusions between May 8 and 9, deploying armed drones and quadcopters along sectors from Srinagar to Nala. "We were prepared," said a senior Air Defence official. "None succeeded in damaging our assets."

Pak drone incursions thwarted; India issues stern warning after failed ceasefire

Multiple hostile drones were either jammed, intercepted, or shot down, demonstrating India's integrated air defence preparedness.

Ceasefire Offer Falls Flat

Despite these provocations, India maintained diplomatic lines. A hotline message from the Pakistani DGMO led to a proposed ceasefire at 5:30 PM on May 10. However, as expected, the ceasefire collapsed within hours as cross-border firing and drone activity resumed.

In response, the Chief of Army Staff authorised local commanders to initiate kinetic countermeasures at their discretion. "We have shown immense restraint so far," said Lt General Ghai. "But any threat to our sovereignty or civilian lives will be met with decisive force."

"Our job is to hit targets, not count body bags"

When pressed on enemy casualties, officials declined to give precise numbers. "Over 100 terrorists were neutralised," one official confirmed, adding that "numerous enemy air assets were downed or prevented." One senior officer summed up the sentiment: "Our job is to hit targets, not count body bags."

The briefing concluded with a solemn tribute to five Indian personnel and civilians who lost their lives during the operation. "Their sacrifice is eternal," said Lt General Ghai. "This nation shall remember them with pride and gratitude."

Operation Sindoor has sent a resolute message: India will not tolerate terror and is fully capable of delivering swift, precise, and coordinated military action-across domains, and beyond borders.