Just hours after a ceasefire agreement between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan was announced on May 10, Pakistan violated the truce with fresh airspace intrusions and ceasefire breaches. In a swift and strategic reaction, the Indian Army intensified its counter-offensive under Operation Sindoor, signaling a firm and decisive shift in India’s border posture.
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi convened a high-level security review with top commanders overseeing the western sector in the early hours of May 11. The meeting resulted in the authorization of kinetic counteractions against any further ceasefire violations, effectively empowering field commanders to act swiftly and proportionately.
The violations included multiple drone incursions and missile attacks targeting Indian military installations in Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur. The Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) confirmed that these threats were intercepted with precision, and no casualties were reported. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri later addressed the media, affirming that India’s armed forces are delivering an “adequate and appropriate response” to Pakistan’s provocations.
These developments come in the wake of Operation Sindoor, launched by India on May 7, 2025, in response to Pakistan’s earlier offensive—Operation Bunyan al-Marsoos. The Pakistani operation, which involved F-16s, JF-17s, and precision-guided munitions, targeted 26 Indian sites, causing limited damage. India’s counterstrike, using advanced BrahMos, SCALP, and Spice-2000 missiles, inflicted considerable damage on Pakistani military infrastructure.
While the ceasefire agreement on May 10 had raised hopes for de-escalation, Pakistan’s immediate violation has reignited tensions. The situation remains volatile, with Indian Air Force sources indicating that a comprehensive briefing on the status and objectives of Operation Sindoor will be provided soon.
General Dwivedi, who became COAS on June 30, 2024, brings deep operational experience, having served as Vice Chief of the Army Staff and the head of the Northern Command. His leadership is seen as pivotal in India’s ongoing modernization and defense readiness efforts.
Despite appeals from international actors, including China, for restraint and renewed dialogue, India’s actions reflect a strategic commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty. As operations continue, the Indian military’s readiness and resolve remain central to regional stability.
