Operation Sindoor: Rajnath Singh Briefs Opposition Leaders as India Responds Firmly to Cross-Border Terrorism
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Leads High-Level All-Party Briefing on Missile Strikes
In a significant political development, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a high-level all-party meeting on Thursday at the Parliament Annexe to apprise opposition leaders about Operation Sindoor, India’s pre-dawn military operation targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The meeting, which comes amid heightened geopolitical tension in the region, was attended by key national figures, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.
The operation, which saw Indian armed forces execute 24 precision-guided missile strikes on nine locations identified as terror hubs, marks one of the most assertive military responses in recent years. According to intelligence sources, more than 70 terrorists were neutralized in strongholds such as Muridke and Bahawalpur—key operational bases of Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, both of which are designated as terrorist organizations by India, the United Nations, the United States, and the European Union.
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Rajnath Singh leads all-party briefing on Operation Sindoor.
Home Minister Amit Shah and Rahul Gandhi among key attendees.
Indian forces launched 24 missile strikes on 9 terror sites across Pakistan and PoK.
Over 70 terrorists killed in Muridke and Bahawalpur, both linked to LeT and JeM.
Operation Sindoor Targets Major Terror Strongholds in Pakistan and PoK
Operation Sindoor was launched early Wednesday in response to escalating cross-border terror activities, with India’s military deploying advanced missile systems to strike high-value targets. Among the locations hit were Muridke, the base of Lashkar-e-Taiba near Lahore, and Bahawalpur, associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed. Both these groups have long been held responsible for orchestrating terror attacks on Indian soil, including the 2001 Parliament attack and the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
According to official reports, the operation was conducted with high precision to minimize collateral damage while maximizing the elimination of terror operatives. Indian intelligence agencies had reportedly tracked the movements of several high-ranking terror commanders in the targeted areas in the days leading up to the strikes.
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Precision strikes aimed at minimizing civilian casualties.
Muridke and Bahawalpur identified as operational bases of LeT and JeM.
Operation intended as a preemptive strike to prevent infiltration and planned attacks.
Political Unity Emerges Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions
The Indian political establishment has presented a unified front in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor. Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju reiterated the importance of national unity, stating, “The Prime Minister’s intentions have been made clear to the world. This is not a time for division but for solidarity.” Rijiju was among the first to arrive at the all-party meeting, underlining the seriousness with which the government is engaging the opposition.
Echoing this sentiment, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta declared, “Pakistan has now understood the crime they committed. If they persist, our army is prepared for even greater retaliation. The nation is united—140 crore Indians are ready for any struggle.”
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Rijiju emphasizes PM Modi’s clear and resolute stance on national security.
Rekha Gupta says India is united and prepared for any eventuality.
Strong political consensus across party lines on the need to respond to terrorism.
Regional Response: Schools Shut in Rajasthan Border Districts
In a precautionary move following Operation Sindoor, authorities in Rajasthan have ordered the closure of all government and private schools in the state’s border districts, including Barmer, Bikaner, Sri Ganganagar, and Jaisalmer. The measure, effective until further notice, aims to ensure the safety of students and educators amid elevated security risks.
The administration has also placed local law enforcement on high alert, with increased patrolling along sensitive areas. Emergency protocols have been activated in anticipation of any retaliatory response from across the border, although no official alert has yet been declared by the Indian Armed Forces.
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Schools in Barmer, Bikaner, Sri Ganganagar, Jaisalmer closed indefinitely.
Border security heightened following missile strikes.
Rajasthan government taking preemptive safety measures in light of potential threats.
India Engages Internationally as Saudi Minister Meets Jaishankar
Amid rising cross-border tensions, India is also bolstering diplomatic efforts to maintain regional stability. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Adel Al-Jubeir, to discuss the evolving security situation and potential repercussions on West Asian stability. The meeting reflects India’s proactive approach in keeping key international stakeholders informed about its security priorities and counter-terrorism policies.
Saudi Arabia has traditionally supported India’s right to defend itself from terror attacks and has increasingly aligned with India’s stance on zero tolerance towards cross-border terrorism. The diplomatic engagement is also expected to reassure international markets amid fears of disruption in oil transport and regional trade.
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Jaishankar meets Saudi Arabia’s Adel Al-Jubeir to discuss regional security.
India stresses its commitment to counter-terrorism on the global stage.
Diplomatic efforts underway to prevent regional escalation and maintain stability.
