India, May 14 -- The ministry of defence on Wednesday said that Operation Sindoor was launched as a calibrated military response to a growing pattern of asymmetric warfare, which increasingly targets unarmed civilians alongside military personnel.

The ministry added that the operation was a precise strike on terrorist targets, using advanced Indian technology, and marking a step towards self-reliance in military operations.

"India's response was deliberate, precise, and strategic. Without crossing the Line of Control or international boundary, Indian forces struck terrorist infrastructure and eliminated multiple threats. However, beyond tactical brilliance, what stood out was the seamless integration of indigenous hi-tech systems into n...