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Multi-layered counter-drone, air defence grid shield foiled Pak air attacks: DGMO

The budgetary and policy support provided by the government to the forces over the past decade helped build an impregnable air defence shield that helped repulse attacks by Pakistani forces, which was exhibited during India’s anti-terror ‘Operation Sindoor’, said the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) in a press briefing on Monday.

All airbases and military bases are operational and ready for their next missions, said Air Marshal A.K. Bharti, dismissing misinformation attempts.

“Our fight is with the terrorists and not with Pakistani military or civilians,” he said.

Director General of Military Operations Rajiv Ghai said the multi-layered counter-drone and air defence grid proved to be the decisive shield that foiled all Pakistan air attacks on the night of May 9 and 10.

The officials said during Operation Sindoor, the defence systems destroyed Chinese and Turkish-made drones and PL-15 missiles, preventing them from entering our airspace.

Sharing videos of a crater created by Indian bombs and missiles at Pakistan’s Noor Khan airbase, Ghai said Indian airfields remain fully operational.

“I want to praise the Border Security Force also, who complemented our efforts by joining our counter-armed response,” he said.

“There has been absolute synergy in the three services, and not only have we been supported by government agencies, but also the 140 crore people,” he said.

“Our fight was against terror, and on May 7, we hit only terror hubs, but the Pakistani Army converted it into its own fight by supporting terrorists,” said Air Marshal Bharti.

He described the multi-layered and integrated air defence (AD) as an impregnable shield which foiled all attempts made by Pakistani forces, including Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles, to violate Indian airspace.

The performances of the older battle-proven systems were stellar, in addition to the Akash system, he said.

Vice Admiral A.N. Pramod highlighted the Indian Navy’s pressure that deterred the Pakistani Navy and Air Force to keep away from Arabian Sea.

Karachi was in line of fire during Operation Sindoor: Indian Navy

The Indian Navy on Sunday revealed its active role in Operation Sindoor, emphasizing that Karachi and other key Pakistani military assets were in the line of fire during India’s coordinated military response to the Pahalgam terror attack.

Speaking at a joint briefing with senior commanders from the Army and Air Force, Vice Admiral A.N. Pramod, Director General of Naval Operations, said that the Navy’s deployment in the Arabian Sea during the operation effectively forced the Pakistan Navy to remain confined to its harbours or operate only near its coastline.

He said that the Indian Navy was fully prepared within 96 hours of the April 22 attack to execute strikes on Pakistan’s military infrastructure. He added that naval forces were “ready to target locations at sea and on land, including Karachi Port,” but were awaiting government orders.

Pramod added the Navy rapidly mobilised warships, submarines, and aircraft into full combat readiness following the Pahalgam attack.

The deployment, he said, reinforced India’s commitment to national security and its ability to respond decisively to emerging threats. Multiple weapon drills were conducted in the Arabian Sea to validate combat preparedness and enhance strike precision. Pakistan’s naval forces, meanwhile, were restricted to defensive positions near the coast and were under close surveillance.

“The Indian response throughout the operation was measured and calibrated, with all branches of the military operating in sync to ensure an effective counter-strike,” he added.

Pramod noted that the Navy’s maritime superiority, along with the coordinated efforts of the Army and Air Force, played a key role in compelling Pakistan to seek a ceasefire. Despite the cessation of hostilities, the Navy remains vigilant and ready to act against any future threats from Pakistan or its proxies.

Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, Director General of Military Operations, reiterated that Pakistan had been warned against any further violations, which would be met with a strong and immediate response.

Air Marshal A.K. Bharti detailed the precision airstrikes that targeted Pakistani military installations, underlining India’s commitment to avoiding civilian casualties while delivering a strategic response.

 

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