The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has decided to include ‘Operation Sindoor’ in school textbooks, drawing strong praise from Army veterans who see the move as a major step toward educating students about India’s internal security operations.
Wing Commander Praful Bakshi (Retd.) said the operation had become a powerful symbol of India’s fight against terrorism. “It is essential for school children, college students, and the public to understand the impact of Operation Sindoor. It has now become a symbol that marks the beginning of the end of terrorism in India,” he said.
Colonel Rajiv Khakera (Retd.), who served in the Army’s Corps of Air Defence, called it a proud moment. “We all saw how the Army used precision firepower and missile systems during Operation Sindoor. It’s a matter of great happiness that every child in the country will now learn about this heroic chapter. It will motivate many to join the Army,” he told IANS.
Lt Colonel Kapil Dutt (Retd.) called the decision “very good” and said that students learning about Operation Sindoor would be deeply inspired. “It will ignite a sense of service and inspire many to pursue a career in the armed forces,” he added.
Retired officers believe that Operation Sindoor, which played a decisive role in shaping India’s counter-terrorism doctrine, should be preserved in national memory. They said including it in school books ensures that the sacrifices of soldiers and the lessons of modern warfare reach future generations.
General P.S. Malhotra (Retd.) welcomed the development and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s outreach efforts, especially through programs like ‘Mann Ki Baat’. “The Prime Minister is connected to the people. Operation Sindoor’s inclusion in NCERT books strengthens our national identity,” he said.
NCERT is expected to implement the change in the upcoming academic session, as part of a larger initiative to integrate military history and national pride into India’s education system.
