The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has introduced new study modules on Operation Sindoor. These modules describe the operation as a “military success, a technological breakthrough, and a political message rolled into one.”

The new material has been prepared for middle and secondary school students. It explains in detail how India launched a decisive military campaign in May 2025 after a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The content is written in a conversational style between teachers and students so that young learners can easily understand it.

What the modules contain

The modules include images of downed Pakistani drones, maps showing India’s precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), and references to Made-in-India defence systems. They also explain how the operation was a mix of bravery, technology, and national resolve.

The text notes, “Operation Sindoor was not just a military operation but a promise to protect peace and honour the lives lost.”

Before explaining the May 2025 operation, the modules take students back to key events such as the 2019 Pulwama terror attack that killed 40 CRPF personnel, the Balakot airstrike, and the abrogation of Article 370. The lessons say that these steps brought peace and development to Jammu and Kashmir, with better schools, new railway projects, and record tourism. At the same time, they mention that “Pakistan was not ready to see peace in Kashmir after Article 370 abrogation.”

The Pahalgam terror attack and launch of Operation Sindoor

The modules recall the April 22, 2025, terror attack in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, where 26 people, including one Nepali citizen, were killed by The Resistance Front (TRF) terrorists. After this, Prime Minister Narendra Modi cut short his Saudi Arabia visit and returned home. He strongly condemned the attack and joined the nation in mourning. The lessons also mention candlelight marches across the country, Muslim communities wearing black armbands, and border villagers demanding strong action.

The turning point came on May 7, 2025, when Operation Sindoor was launched at 1:05 am. Explaining the name, the module says: “Sindoor symbolises the marital bond. By naming the operation Sindoor, the leadership and armed forces paid tribute to the widows of the victims, showing solidarity, empathy, and respect.”

In just 22 minutes, Indian forces struck nine terror bases in Pakistan and PoJK, including the Muridke and Bahawalpur strongholds of Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed. The operation used Rafale and Su-30MKI jets armed with indigenous BrahMos missiles, drone-based real-time surveillance, and ISRO satellite support.

Response and impact

Pakistan retaliated with drones, artillery, and missiles, but India’s air defence systems like S-400 and Akash neutralised the attack. The module notes that “Not one critical Indian asset was damaged.” It also says the Indian Navy dominated the Arabian Sea, and the Border Security Force stopped infiltration attempts along the border.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is quoted as saying the operation proved “India can break through any enemy defence using what we’ve made ourselves.”

The modules also highlight that while 14 civilians were killed in Pakistan’s ceasefire violations, India avoided targeting civilians. The strikes are described as “a precise and responsible answer to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.”

Diplomatic results and message

The lessons end with details of India’s diplomatic efforts. In July 2025, the United States declared TRF a foreign terrorist organisation after India shared evidence. The modules also highlight how people in India chose unity despite the terror attack, noting: “The terror attack sought to divide communities, but people chose unity and courage.”

The new study material is titled Operation Sindoor – A Saga of Valour for Classes 3–8 and Operation Sindoor – A Mission of Honour and Bravery for Classes 9–12.

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