The Indian Army announced that it had carried out surgical strikes on terrorist launch pads across the Line of Control (LoC) during the night of September 28–29, 2016. The operation followed the September 18 Uri attack, in which 18 Indian soldiers were killed. The strikes took place 11 days after the attack.The Army said the operation was based on specific intelligence about armed groups preparing to infiltrate across the LoC and carry out attacks in Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of India.What was the stated objective of the operation?According to the Army’s Director General of Military Operations, Lieutenant General Ranbir Singh, the operation targeted launch pads where terrorist teams were believed to be preparing to cross the LoC.The Army said the aim was to prevent infiltration and reduce the risk of attacks on civilians. It also stated that the operation had ended and that there were no plans for further continuation at that time.Related Instagram Video :Surgical Strikes 2016 What did the Army say after the strikes?In its September 29 announcement, the Army said the strikes had caused significant casualties among terrorists and those supporting them. It also said the DGMO had contacted his Pakistani counterpart to explain India’s concerns and share information about the operation. These details reflect the Indian Army’s official account.The operation became a major part of India’s public discussion about counter-terrorism and security along the LoC. The government later commemorated the operation and the soldiers killed in the Uri attack through events marking its anniversary.Why is the anniversary remembered?The September 28–29 operation is remembered in connection with the Uri attack and the Indian Army’s response. It is also discussed in the context of India’s military and counter-terrorism policy.The operation took place along a disputed and heavily militarised boundary. Events across the LoC have implications for security and relations between India and Pakistan, making careful attribution important when describing the operation and its reported effects.Also Read : Indian Army Chief in UAE: New Technology and Stronger Ties to Shape Modern Warfare
