Exclusive: Indian Navy's near-miss during Operation Sindoor
After the deadly Pahalgam attack on April 22, 2025, India launched Operation Sindoor to hit back at nine Pakistani terrorist sites.
The Navy was all set to strike with warships and submarines, but top leaders decided not to give the final go-ahead for missile launches, choosing instead to avoid making things spiral out of control.
Leaders balanced strength with restraint
This move showed how India can flex serious military muscle—INS Vikrant controlled the North Arabian Sea and even sent a Pakistani patrol plane packing—but also how leaders balanced strength with restraint.
By holding back on a full naval assault, India sent a clear message: it's ready to respond hard against terrorism, but also knows when not to push things too far.
This approach reinforced India's role as a regional power while keeping tensions from boiling over.