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Operation Sindoor: Aftermath
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IAF and Operation Sindoor: A New Paradigm in Warfare | India Writes
The speed, lethality and precision with which the IAF responded during Operation Sindoor underscored the pivotal role of air power as a deterrent force as
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By Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Anil Golani
"The role of air power as a deterrent force as also for punitive action against an adversary is paramount. The speed, lethality and precision with which the IAF responded and continued to act clearly demonstrated the primacy of this instrument of military power in the given scenario and the political objectives desired. The lack of adequate Air-to-Air Refuelling (AAR) and Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft along with the absence of secure and encrypted communication in the form of Software Designed Radios (SDR) and an Operational Data Link (ODL) have been known for long. These are mandatory requirements in the current aerial warfare domain and there is an urgent and immediate need to fill these gaps through fast-track acquisition or indigenous production, at the earliest. With an increasing use of UAVs for all roles including terminal attack, these need to be produced by the domestic industry to keep pace with the nation’s growing requirements."Key takeaways from “IAF and Operation Sindoor: A New Paradigm in Warfare”:
- Trigger and Response: Operation Sindoor was launched following a brutal terror attack in Pahalgam, which heightened India-Pakistan tensions. India responded swiftly with decisive military and diplomatic actions, including suspending the Indus Water Treaty, closing borders, freezing trade, and revoking Pakistani visas. The government displayed strong resolve, signaling that terror on Indian soil would be treated as war.
- Military Action: In a calibrated, focused retaliation on May 7, the Indian Armed Forces, led by the IAF, targeted nine terrorist camps inside Pakistan and PoK, avoiding civilian casualties. The strikes delivered heavy damage to the HQs of JeM and LeT, with a unique approach—no manned aircraft crossed borders, utilizing stand-off and BVR missiles for precision attack and air combat involving over 100 aircraft.
- Air Defence & Counterattacks: Pakistan responded with drone and missile attacks targeting Indian cities and airfields, which were effectively repulsed by India’s integrated air defence system. The IAF further destroyed major segments of Pakistan’s air defence network across multiple cities, forcing Pakistan to seek a ceasefire by May 10.
- Operational Excellence: The operation was characterized by centralized planning and decentralized execution under the CDS, synergy between armed forces and intelligence agencies, and effective integration of indigenous weapon systems like Brahmos and Akash missiles. Satellite imagery was crucial for intelligence and damage assessment.
- Lessons & Future Needs: The conflict highlighted the importance of air power for deterrence and punitive action. It exposed gaps in AAR, AEW&C aircraft, secure communications, and operational data links, emphasizing the need to rapidly address these via domestic production or acquisition. Robust, multi-layered air defence and indigenous anti-drone technologies are essential.
- Geopolitical Context: India faced tacit support for Pakistan from China and Turkey, and only nominal international support, underscoring the necessity for strategic autonomy and self-reliance in defence (Atmanirbharta).
- Conclusion: The IAF’s performance was central in achieving objectives and compelling a ceasefire, but further operational and technological upgrades are vital to secure Indian airspace and enable future multi-domain operations.
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It's quite interesting indeed. Before OP sindoor, I came across several articles, especially one by quwa, where they stated that India is looking at rafale, F-35 or Su-57 and how that it's a bad idea and PAF is beating them to the game by focusing on IADS, data link etc.
Turns out, they were half correct. IAF indeed didn't make it a primary goal and didn't put enough effort in building up these foundational things for battle awareness etc... but it still turned out better than the primary focus of PAF on this capability.
But ofcourse, such luxury won't be available in next war with whoever it is . Pak or Chin
Turns out, they were half correct. IAF indeed didn't make it a primary goal and didn't put enough effort in building up these foundational things for battle awareness etc... but it still turned out better than the primary focus of PAF on this capability.
But ofcourse, such luxury won't be available in next war with whoever it is . Pak or Chin
Good find.
This confirms the other chatter we had in our private groups, that PAF was jamming extensively.
The post here also shows that GPS was significantly deteriorated when this aircraft was near Karachi.
Likewise the transponder front this aircraft was spoofed. Thats why positioning and position reporting error as identified by the post .
Other than that , this Modiji Gung ho , near Pakistani border exercises are a welcomed opportunity for electronic intelligence.
Pakistan has many Vera E systems which will be very busy now.
Pakistan has many Vera E systems which will be very busy now.
India no longer uses GPS, it uses NAVIC home grown navigation system which is not vulnerable to jamming. So it should probably be safe from any EW jamming.
So if Pakistan had any of EW System and any active usable ADS system , why IAF plane wasn't brought down considering what IAF did in operation Sindoor it was the best opportunity for Pakistan to take revenge. IAF plane was in Pakistani air space and Pakistan had rights to attack any hostile Aircraft , India would not have been able to complain has the plane was brought down by Pakistani Air defense missile.....
Fact is IAF has completely destroyed Pak Air defense systems and Pak no longer can defend its Air space. If this is not the case then just tell me how the FK rag tag Taliban hit Lahore with bombs using propeller Aircraft Super Tucano....
Just exercise, i don't think that we will do any military operation against pak without any proper triger from them.
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