Following India’s strikes on terror launchpads in Pakistan and PoK after the Pahalgam attack, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat are on high alert. Public events are cancelled, schools are shut, and security is tightened. Airports face closures and flight disruptions, while railway stations increase surveillance. The nation prepares for potential retaliation, prioritizing civilian safety and readiness in border states.

The name ‘Operation Sindoor’ was chosen by the government for its ability to humanise the victims and survivors of the Pahalgam massacre.

Colonel Sofia Qureshi’s presence at the forefront of Operation Sindoor was symbolic of both strategic precision and personal legacy