Overview

• India's armed forces shot down 413 Pakistani drones during the four-day Operation Sindoor in early May, targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK.
• Pakistani forces vacated border villages and deployed troops at forward positions, while Indian forces maintained security without relocating Indian civilians.
• Pakistan used Chinese-made missiles launched via drones to attempt airspace violations, but India's air defense systems intercepted all threats mid-air.
• The operation highlighted India's growing focus on countering drone warfare, with plans to enhance drone technology across all sectors.
• The success of Operation Sindoor was attributed to seamless coordination between the BSF, Army, and Air Force, as well as strong political leadership and public support.