The press conference, led by Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai (Director General Military Operations), Air Marshal AK Bharti (Director General Air Operations), and Vice Admiral AN Pramod (Director General Naval Operations), reflected the unified resolve of India’s military leadership. The opening poem, echoing a spirit of defiance and action, was followed by the screening of video clips showing precision missile strikes on terror camps in Pakistan’s Muridke and Bahawalpur regions.
The use of “Yachna Nahi, Ab Ran Hoga...” set a tone of national resolve, signaling a shift from diplomatic restraint to decisive military action. Air Marshal AK Bharti presented detailed footage of missile impacts on terror infrastructure, providing visual proof of the operation’s effectiveness.
The Indian Armed Forces revealed that Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, had achieved its core objectives:
Elimination of Over 100 Terrorists: High-value targets, including Yusuf Azhar, Abdul Malik Rauf, and Mudasir Ahmed-linked to the IC-814 hijacking and Pulwama attack-were neutralized.
Heavy Pakistani Military Losses: Between May 7 and 10, 35–40 Pakistani Army personnel were killed in artillery and small arms exchanges along the Line of Control (LoC).
Destruction of Military Infrastructure: Indian strikes destroyed 11 air bases inside Pakistan, significantly degrading their military capabilities and sending a strong deterrent message.
Precision and Restraint: The operation was meticulously planned to minimize collateral damage, targeting only confirmed terrorist camps based on intelligence and aerial surveillance.
Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai emphasized that while India’s focus remained on neutralizing terror threats, any future provocation would be met with decisive force. The Armed Forces reiterated their commitment to non-escalation but made it clear that any attack on Indian military targets would prompt a proportionate and powerful response.
The press conference, broadcast live and widely covered by national and international media, was designed to assure the Indian public of the Armed Forces’ preparedness and transparency. The display of destruction videos and the poetic invocation resonated strongly, reinforcing public confidence and sending a clear message to adversaries.