Operation Sindoor has once again grabbed headlines as new fact-checks and defense analyses expose Pakistan’s false propaganda. Months after India’s decisive air and missile strikes in May 2025, debates continue around the viral but unverified “60–0 next time” remark linked to a senior Pakistani Air Force officer.
Fresh satellite imagery and expert reports highlight the real impact of Operation Sindoor, while Pakistan struggles to defend its disinformation tactics.
Why India Launched Operation Sindoor
On April 22, 2025, terrorists carried out the Pahalgam attack in Jammu & Kashmir, killing 26 innocent civilians. In response, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7. The Indian Air Force targeted nine major terror camps and military installations inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Key Highlights of the Operation:
- Strikes hit areas near Lahore, Sialkot, and PoK camps.
- India used HAROP loitering munitions and the S-400 defense system.
- Security forces eliminated over 100 terrorists and 35–40 Pakistani soldiers.
- Reports confirmed minimal collateral damage
Pakistan’s “60–0 Next Time” Claim
Soon after the strikes, social media buzzed with claims that a Pakistani Air Force officer threatened a “60–0 score next time.”
Fact Check:
- No credible media outlet or official authority has verified this claim.
- Analysts believe the remark started as propaganda on social platforms.
- Instead of evidence, Pakistan spread false victory claims, alleging it hit Indian airbases. Satellite proof later exposed these lies.
Fresh Revelations: Latest Reports
Recent reports provide clarity on Pakistan’s response and India’s impact:
- Satellite proof shows truth: Pakistan’s claims about strikes on Adampur and Bhuj proved false.
- India degraded PAF: Experts confirm the strikes crippled Pakistan’s air defenses, pushing them back nearly five years.
- Pakistan failed to retaliate: Their Chinese-made missiles missed targets inside India.
- Drone attacks stopped: Indian forces destroyed 70 Pakistani drones in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Propaganda vs Reality
| Pakistan’s Claim | Verified Reality |
|---|---|
| “Next time, 60–0 score” | No evidence; unverified rumor |
| Indian airbases destroyed | Satellite proof showed no damage |
| India lost heavily | India suffered only limited casualties |
| Air defenses intact | Strikes destroyed radar and SAM systems |
Why Operation Sindoor Still Matters
Operation Sindoor stands as a benchmark in India’s counter-terror response. It not only displayed India’s precision strike capability but also exposed Pakistan’s disinformation strategy.
The operation proved that:
- India can strike deep into enemy territory with accuracy.
- Pakistan’s propaganda collapses when faced with evidence.
- In modern conflicts, narrative control is as vital as military power.
FAQs on Operation Sindoor
Q1. Why did India launch Operation Sindoor?
India responded to the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22, 2025.
Q2. How many targets did India strike?
The IAF destroyed nine terror and military sites.
Q3. Did Pakistan succeed in retaliation?
No — its Chinese missiles failed, and its airbase strike claims turned out false.
Q4. Is the “60–0 next time” remark true?
No — it remains unverified propaganda.
Q5. What impact did Operation Sindoor have on Pakistan?
The strikes damaged Pakistan’s radar, air defenses, and set back the PAF by five years.