Operation Sindoor: IAF Chief Reveals Stunning Air Defence Victory

In a historic disclosure, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh confirmed that India’s S-400 air defence systems destroyed 5 Pakistani fighter jets and a high-value AEW&C/ELINT aircraft during Operation Sindoor.

F-16s Destroyed at Jacobabad Airbase

The IAF chief revealed that parked Pakistani F-16s were obliterated in Jacobabad, with satellite images confirming heavy damage to hangars and aircraft inside.

Pakistan’s AEW&C Aircraft Downed in Bholari

A specialised airborne surveillance aircraft was destroyed in Bholari — marking one of the largest recorded surface-to-air kills in history, achieved at 300 km range.

Target Selection: Beyond Terror Launchpads

strikes were not limited to terror launchpads. Key headquarters in Bahawalpur and Muridke were hit, sending a bold message to terror leadership.

Nine High-Value Targets Hit in Precision Strikes

Using satellite intelligence and coordination between 8 agencies and all 3 armed forces, India struck 9 critical Pakistani assets with pinpoint accuracy.

S-400: India’s Game-Changer in the Skies

The newly inducted S-400 system kept Pakistani aircraft far from Indian airspace, neutralising their long-range glide bomb capabilities.

Balakot Ghost Laid to Rest

Unlike Balakot 2019, this time the IAF showcased clear proof of destruction — from radars and hangars to aircraft — silencing doubts at home and abroad.

War Ends in 4 Days: Ceasefire Accepted

After 80–90 hours of intense combat, Pakistan sought a ceasefire on May 10. Singh backed the government’s decision, stressing deterrence over prolonged war.

Aur Maarna Tha IAF Chief Responds

Addressing voices calling for more strikes, Singh emphasised strategic restraint: “We cannot afford to be continuously at war.”

High-Tech War, High Impact

In just four days, India’s precision air power crippled Pakistan’s air assets, showcasing the decisive role of technology and political will in modern warfare.