Operation Sindoor: How India's fight against terrorism has Changed
In April 2025, a deadly terrorist attack in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir, shook the country. But this time, India’s reply was quick, sharp, and different. Within days, Operation Sindoor was launched—an air and ground strike across the Line of Control (LoC) targeting terrorist camps. This was not just a military response. It marked a new chapter in how India deals with terrorism—moving from waiting and reacting to quick, planned action using technology and force. India’s Old Way of Responding to Terrorism For many years, India followed a policy of strategic restraint. Even after big attacks like the 2001 Parliament attack or Mumbai 26/11, India avoided cross-border strikes. It focused more on diplomacy and global pressure on Pakistan rather than direct military action. But things started to change after: The Surgical Strikes in 2016 (after the Uri attack), and The Balakot Air Strikes in 2019 (after Pulwama). Now, with Operation Sindoor, India has shown that it is ready to act immediat...