Congress Raises Concerns Over PM Modi's Abrupt Halt Of Operation Sindoor Following IAF's Successful Military Actions

The Congress has raised questions about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision to halt Operation Sindoor on May 10, 2025. This inquiry follows revelations from Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, who disclosed that the Indian Air Force (IAF) shot down five Pakistani fighter jets during the operation. The Congress is seeking clarity on the reasons behind the sudden cessation of military action.

Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh shared these details during the 16th Air Chief Marshal L M Katre Memorial Lecture in Bengaluru. He described the event as India's largest recorded surface-to-air kill. "We have an indication of at least one AWC in that AWC hangar, and a few F-16s, which are under maintenance there. We have at least five fighters confirmed killed and one large aircraft, which could be either an aircraft or an AWC, which was taken at a distance of about 300 kilometres. This is actually the largest ever recorded surface-to-air kill that we can talk about," he stated.

Operation Sindoor's Objectives

Operation Sindoor was launched by the IAF to target terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The mission aimed to dismantle terror networks and eliminate key figures responsible for orchestrating attacks, particularly following the Pahalgam incident on April 22, 2025. Precision strikes were carried out on various targets associated with terrorist activities.

During the operation, several drones and missiles ended up in Indian territory. The IAF targeted strategic locations such as airfields and planning buildings used for both military and civil purposes. "So the airfield was attacked and the main building where the planning goes on, which was also used as the civil terminal building at times. As far as the Sukkur airbase is concerned, we attacked the UAB hangar and radar site," explained Air Chief Marshal Singh.

Political Reactions

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh expressed his concerns through a post on X, questioning why PM Modi halted Operation Sindoor abruptly. "In view of the new revelations made by Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh today, it becomes all the more shocking why the PM suddenly stopped Operation Sindoor on the evening of May 10th," Ramesh wrote.

Ramesh further questioned whether external pressures influenced this decision. "Where did the pressure on the PM come from and why did he capitulate so very soon?" he asked. These remarks highlight political tensions surrounding military decisions and their implications for national security.

The Congress party's inquiries into Operation Sindoor underscore concerns about transparency in military operations. As new information emerges about significant achievements during this mission, questions about its abrupt end remain unanswered. The political discourse continues as stakeholders seek clarity on decisions impacting national defence strategies.