On May 10, 2025, tensions escalated between India and Pakistan when Pakistan launched drone and missile attacks across 26 locations from Srinagar to Nalya. Colonel Sophia Qureshi reported that Pakistan used high-speed missiles, one of which was aimed at an airbase in Punjab at 1:40 AM.
Airbases in Udhampur, Pathankot, Bhuj, Bathinda, and Adampur were targeted. High-speed missiles were deployed along with drone and suicide drone attacks.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs' press conference, India targeted Pakistan's Noor Khan Air Base (Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal), and Rafiqui (Shorkot) during Operation Sindoor and retaliatory actions. India clarified that its actions were confined to terrorist bases and military facilities. Pakistan's claims of attacks on civilian areas or religious sites are false.
Pakistan attempted to damage these areas
Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir):
An attempt to target Udhampur Air Force Station was foiled by Indian air defense, resulting in no damage.
Pathankot (Punjab):
Drone and missile attacks on Pathankot Air Force Base were attempted but thwarted by Indian forces.
Bathinda (Punjab):
A Pakistani armed drone attempted an attack on Bathinda Military Station but was detected and neutralized overnight.
Bhuj (Gujarat):
The attempt to target Bhuj Air Force Base was intercepted by the Indian defense system, confirming no damage.
All attacks were neutralized by India
The Indian Army and Air Defense System played a critical role in neutralizing these attacks. The use of advanced air defense systems, such as the S-400, successfully incapacitated the missiles and drones.
Qureshi and Singh dismissed Pakistan’s claims that Indian systems like the S-400 and airports like Surat and Sirsa were destroyed. Qureshi indicated that Pakistan was using civilians as shields and spreading misinformation by opening its airspace.
Wing Commander Vyomika Singh emphasized that India does not wish to escalate tensions but is fully prepared to respond to any Pakistani misadventures.
Indian counterattacks targeted these locations
India inflicted damage on airbases, radars, and military installations at Rafiqui, Murid, Chaklala, Rahim Yar Khan, Sukkur, and Chooniya.
Noor Khan Air Base,
Rawalpindi: Indian Air Force destroyed this significant Pakistan Air Force base using Rafale jets and precision weapons.
Murid Air Base, Chakwal:
A target of operations, this base serves as a hub for JF-17 jets.
Rafiqui Air Base, Shorkot:
The base for F-16 jets suffered damage from Indian attacks.
