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Operation Sindoor: Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone and more salute Indian Army after Pahalgam revenge

Bollywood stars, including Riteish Deshmukh and Nimrat Kaur, have hailed the Indian Army's powerful Operation Sindoor, launched in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack. Social media erupted in patriotic fervour as celebs expressed solidarity with the armed forces.

New Delhi: India’s overnight military offensive, Operation Sindoor, targeting terror camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and regions of Pakistan, has been met with a wave of commendation from Bollywood’s leading voices.

The Indian Armed Forces carried out the operation in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, which has been described as “measured and non-escalatory” by the Ministry of Defence.

Bollywood hails Operation Sindoor

Tributes to the armed forces have poured in from across the Hindi film industry. Actor Riteish Deshmukh was among the first to express solidarity with the military. The Housefull actor wrote “Jai Hind Ki Sena… Bharat Mata Ki Jai!!! #OperationSindoor,” reflecting the sentiment of a nation standing behind its soldiers.

Director Madhur Bhandarkar, known for his socially resonant films, joined the chorus by stating, “Our prayers are with our forces. One nation, together we stand. Jai Hind, Vande Mataram.” Actress Nimrat Kaur, in a show of support, declared, “United with our forces. One country. One mission. #JaiHind 🇮🇳 #OperationSindoor.” Take a look below!

 
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More about Operation Sindoor

The Indian Air Force was confirmed by the Ministry of Defence to have struck multiple terror infrastructure sites across key regions, including Kotli, Ahmadpur Sharqia, Muzaffarabad, Muridke, and Faisalabad. The strikes, executed from within Indian territory, were carried out with precision, avoiding any Pakistani military facilities to prevent escalation.

According to sources, at least 17 terrorists were eliminated and 60 others were reported injured in the operation. The Indian Army later stated, “Justice is served. Jai Hind,” through its official communication channels.

Praise for the military’s strategic response was also echoed in political corridors. Union Ministers Kiren Rijiju and Bandi Sanjay Kumar were among those who publicly applauded the forces, underscoring the national consensus in support of the action.

While official footage and further details remain classified, the precision and restraint of the strikes have been emphasised by military officials, positioning Operation Sindoor as a firm yet measured message.

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