Operation Sindoor: India downs Multiple Pakistani fighter jets, cripples air bases in Retaliatory Strike

Following the Parhalgam attack, India launched Operation Sindoor targeting Pakistan’s terror infrastructure. The Indian Air Force successfully destroyed numerous terrorist launchpads in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, delivering a strong blow to Pakistan’s terror networks. Pakistan’s military retaliated by attempting air strikes on India, but these were effectively countered by the Indian Air Force, resulting in significant Pakistani losses.Between May 6 and 9, Indian fighter jets downed at least five Pakistani aircraft, including the JF-17 fighter jets. A fierce dogfight took place in the skies, where Indian jets outmaneuvered and shot down enemy aircraft. Besides the aerial combat, India targeted Pakistani air bases like Bholari and Nur Khan. The attack destroyed the AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) aircraft at Bholari, which acted as Pakistan’s aerial command center. Additionally, a C-130 military transport aircraft was severely damaged at Nur Khan airbase.The Indian Air Force’s strikes have severely damaged around 20% of Pakistan’s basic air defense infrastructure. This operation marks a critical setback for Pakistan, showcasing India’s air superiority and strategic precision. Reports suggest the damage inflicted during Operation Sindoor has left Pakistan’s air force reeling and unable to recover quickly. This decisive Indian response underscores the country’s resolve to neutralize threats and maintain national security.

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