“Act of War”: Govt Confirms “Op Sindoor” After Delhi Blast, Vows Retaliation
In a dramatic escalation, government sources have declared yesterday’s Delhi blast an “act of war” and activated “Operation Sindoor“—a covert mission to target perpetrators. The explosion near Connaught Place killed 12 and injured 40, marking one of the deadliest attacks in recent years.
Delhi Blast: Key Details
- Location: Central Delhi’s Connaught Place (6:30 PM, peak hours).
- Casualties: 12 dead, 40+ injured; forensic tests suggest RDX use.
- Suspected Perpetrators: Pakistan-linked terror group, per intel intercepts.
Security forces sealed the area as eyewitnesses reported chaos—shattered windows, screams, and rapid emergency response. A senior Home Ministry official stated, “This crosses the threshold of terrorism. It’s war.”
What is Operation Sindoor?
Codenamed after the vermilion symbolizing resilience, Op Sindoor includes:
– Surgical strikes on terror launchpads near LoC.
– Targeted eliminations of top operatives.
– Cyber operations to disrupt funding & propaganda.
Defense experts compare it to 2016 Uri strikes but with upgraded tactics. “Expect swift, overwhelming force,” a strategist revealed.
Political & Global Reactions
- Opposition: Congress criticized “intelligence lapses,” BJP blamed Pakistan.
- Global: US/EU condemned the attack; China remained silent.
Public Outrage & Security Measures
Vigils erupted across Delhi as hashtags like #DelhiBlastJustice trended. The NIA leads the probe, with cities on high alert.
What’s Next?
Retaliation risks loom, especially along India-Pak borders. As one official warned, “The instigators will pay dearly.”
(Stay updated via NextMinuteNews. Details of Op Sindoor are classified.)
