Indian Army's 2025 Triumphs: Operation Sindoor, BrahMos, Pinaka Boost Prowess

• Operation Sindoor in May 2025 destroyed 9 cross-border terrorist camps after the Pahalgam attack, demonstrating precise, controlled action.
• Indian Army thwarted Pakistan's drone attacks and destroyed over a dozen terrorist launch pads along the LoC, leading to a Pakistani ceasefire request.
• Long-range firepower significantly enhanced with BrahMos missile tests and two new Pinaka MRLS regiments, including a successful long-range guided rocket test.
• Aviation power boosted with the induction of six AH-64E Apache helicopters, improving attack and precision targeting capabilities.
• New structures like 'Bhairav Battalions' and 'Ashani Platoons' emerged, alongside increased indigenous procurement (91% ammunition) and deployment of over 3000 UAS.

Why It Matters: Indian Army achieved significant milestones in 2025, enhancing operational capability, self-reliance, and strategic preparedness.