In a recent address, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan elaborated on the strategic execution of Operation Sindoor, which took place during the early hours of May 7. The operation targeted nine identified terrorist sites linked to groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Gen Chauhan emphasized that the strikes were conducted at 1 am to minimize civilian casualties, as an early morning operation would have coincided with religious observances, risking lives. He highlighted the significance of advanced technological capabilities, including satellite surveillance, which allowed for precision strikes even in low visibility conditions, marking a shift from traditional warfare metrics towards a more sophisticated, multi-domain approach. This operation, unlike previous ones such as Balakot, showcased a collaborative effort between the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, employing modern tools like drones. The broader significance of this operation lies in India’s evolving military strategy, which focuses on maintaining superiority across various domains—land, air, sea, cyber, and space—while emphasizing operational sophistication and information dominance over sheer territorial gains. This reflects a paradigm shift in modern warfare, positioning India’s armed forces as proactive defenders of national security.