The attack was reportedly designed to overwhelm Indian airspace with a wave of low-flying drones and cruise missiles. Intelligence reports revealed that many of the drones used, including the Byker YIHA-III Kamikaze models sourced from Turkey, were aimed at civilian targets in Amritsar, Punjab.

Thanks to India’s strong air defence setup, not a single missile or drone managed to cause damage. PM Modi highlighted that indigenously developed radars, missiles, and drones were key to this rapid and effective response. He praised the “Make in India” initiative for helping build a self-reliant defence industry, which played a frontline role during the crisis.

Pakistan’s False Claims Countered by PM Visit

Following the failed offensive, Pakistan falsely claimed to have destroyed the Adampur Air Force Base and the S-400 air defence system stationed there. However, PM Modi dismissed these claims during his speech, stating he had personally visited the Adampur base on 13 May 2025.

A photo shared from his visit showed the Prime Minister saluting, with the fully operational S-400 system visible in the background—proving Pakistan’s claims to be false.

The success of Operation Sindoor has boosted confidence in India’s defence preparedness and the strength of its armed forces. It also marks a major milestone in the country’s journey toward self-reliance in defence manufacturing.