Indian Navy Chief Explains Why Pakistan Navy Was Forced to Stay in Port During Operation Sindoor

India's naval leadership has offered a detailed account of how Pakistan's naval fleet was compelled to remain confined to its bases during Operation Sindoor. Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said the Indian Navy's assertive actions created strong deterrence at sea throughout the May conflict.

Carrier Group Deployment That Changed Pakistan's Calculus

Admiral Tripathi credited the Navy's swift strategy for restricting Pakistan's fleet movements. He highlighted that the presence of a powerful carrier battle group shifted the balance on the western seaboard.

"The aggressive posturing and immediate action during Op Sindoor, of deployment of the carrier battle group, forced the Pakistan Navy to remain close to their ports or near the Makran coast," Admiral Tripathi was quoted by ANI as saying.

He also clarified that the mission was not over. "It's an operation that remains in progress," he said.

Economic Pressure On Pakistan After The Operation

The Navy chief noted that Operation Sindoor had created unexpected financial stress for Pakistan. A significant number of global merchant vessels avoided routes to that country following the hostilities.

According to him, insurance premiums for ships headed to Pakistani ports also increased, adding an additional burden on Islamabad's already strained economy.

Why Operation Sindoor Was Launched

Operation Sindoor was executed on the night of May 7 to neutralise terror infrastructure deep inside Pakistan territory. It came as a response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and resulted in the killing of more than 100 terrorists.

The strikes triggered a brief conflict in which India destroyed several key military installations in Pakistan. Hostilities concluded on May 10 after a ceasefire understanding was reached.

Rajnath Singh Calls It A Model Of Civil Military Coordination

Defence minister Rajnath Singh recently described Operation Sindoor as a standout example of civil military synergy. Speaking at the valedictory ceremony of the 100th Common Foundation Course at LBSNAA in Mussoorie, he praised how administrative machinery and military units worked together under pressure.

"During Operation Sindoor, the Armed Forces destroyed the terror camps in Pakistan and PoK in a balanced and non escalatory response, but it was the misbehaviour of the neighbouring country, which did not allow the situation along the border to return to normal," he said.

He added that administrative officers played a crucial role by sharing vital information and conducting nationwide mock drills that supported the overall readiness during the operation.