India Secures Air Dominance, Forces Ceasefire in Operation Sindoor: Report Reveals
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A recent report by the Centre for Military History and Perspective Studies has shed light on India's decisive victory in Operation Sindoor, a four-day air campaign against Pakistan in May 2025. According to the report, India established air superiority over Pakistan, forcing Islamabad to request a ceasefire. The operation was a direct response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 people. Indian forces launched a series of precision strikes against terror and military installations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), ultimately killing at least 100 terrorists and crippling Pakistan's air defense system. The report states that Pakistan initially achieved tactical victories by shooting down several Indian fighter jets, but failed to conduct strikes on Indian territory. India's integrated air defense system proved effective, countering Pakistani strikes and allowing the Indian Air Force to degrade Pakistan's air defense system. In a significant turn of events, India detected preparations for a Pakistani counterattack on May 9 and opted for a preemptive strike, launching a series of precision strikes using BrahMos, SCALP-EG, and Rampage missiles. The strikes targeted seven sites up to 200 kilometers inside Pakistani territory, including an airbase and a surface-to-air missile battery. The report confirms earlier statements by Indian defense officials, including Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, who said that Pakistan lost 12-13 aircraft during Operation Sindoor. The report also notes that India's air superiority was maintained for several days, allowing the IAF to continue long-range strikes against enemy infrastructure. Operation Sindoor marked a significant victory for India's defense system, showcasing its capabilities and prowess in high-stakes military operations.
