India’s bold counter-terror operation — Operation Sindoor — has drawn powerful praise from cricketing greats like Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, Shikhar Dhawan, and Harbhajan Singh, who hailed the Indian Armed Forces for their precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
The strikes came in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 civilians, including 25 Indians and one Nepali. In the early hours of May 7, the Indian Air Force executed precision missile strikes on nine terror bases located in Bahawalpur, Muridke, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad, according to the Ministry of Defence.
Tendulkar’s Tribute: “India’s Shield is Her People”
Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar shared a heartfelt message of unity and strength on X (formerly Twitter):
“Fearless in unity. Boundless in strength. India’s shield is her people. There’s no room for terrorism in this world. We’re ONE TEAM!”
Dhawan Declares: “Justice is Served”
Opening batter Shikhar Dhawan posted a video clip showing the highlights of the mission and captioned it powerfully:
“Jo kaha tha, woh karke dikhaya. Justice is served. Bharat Mata Ki Jai!”
Sehwag’s Signature Wit
Known for his sharp one-liners, Virender Sehwag offered a strong yet poetic endorsement of the mission:
“Agar koi aap par patthar phenke toh uspar phool phenko, lekin gamle ke saath! Jai Hind 🇮🇳”
Harbhajan Singh: “India Has Responded”
Former spinner and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh wrote:
“JAI HIND #OperationSindoor is Bharat’s response to the brutal killing of our innocent brothers in Pahalgam.”
🚀 What Was Operation Sindoor?
Operation Sindoor was a preemptive airstrike conducted by the Indian Armed Forces targeting terror hubs responsible for planning attacks on Indian soil. According to the Defence Ministry, all designated targets were hit with “pinpoint accuracy” using standoff precision weapons launched from within Indian airspace — minimizing risk to personnel while maximizing impact.
The operation reinforces India’s counter-terror stance and its commitment to national security, drawing support from not only the government and citizens but also influential voices from the world of sports.
The Spirit of Unity
The resounding messages from India’s cricketing fraternity echo the sentiment of a nation united against terror. In times of national crisis, the sporting community continues to stand in solidarity with the armed forces — reminding us all that patriotism knows no boundaries.
Jai Hind | Bharat Mata Ki Jai!
