Indian Army’s Operation Sindoor Destroys Key Military Infrastructure in PoK’s Leepa Valley

Chinar Corps Strike Leaves Pakistan Reeling; Rebuilding May Take 8–12 Months​

Tangdhar (J-K), May 20 – In a significant escalation following ceasefire violations, the Chinar Corps of the Indian Army has completely decimated Pakistan Army’s military infrastructure in Leepa Valley, located in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), according to official statements.

The strikes, part of Operation Sindoor, were launched in response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam. Indian Army officials confirmed that the destruction included three military posts, an ammunition depot, a fuel storage facility, and gunnery installations, among other strategic assets.

“Our retaliation was so devastating that it will take Pakistan at least 8–12 months to rebuild, possibly longer,” said a senior Indian Army official during a visit to the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

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Targeted Precision Strikes​

Another official highlighted that despite the use of heavy weaponry and aerial platforms by the Pakistan Army, their efforts failed to damage Indian positions.

“Our Akashdeep radar system and air defence guns worked flawlessly. Our military infrastructure remains intact, while the enemy’s has been decimated,” the official added.

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The Indian Army carefully selected targets to inflict maximum damage, avoiding several vacant military structures in the area. Intelligence-based strikes aimed to dismantle operational capabilities without causing unnecessary collateral impact.

High Casualties and a Strong Message​

Officials cited multi-source intelligence suggesting that the Indian retaliatory strikes led to 64 Pakistani military personnel killed and 96 injured.

A top Chinar Corps official emphasized India’s aggressive doctrine on ceasefire violations:

“The message is clear – our retaliation follows a 1:3 ratio, meaning the Indian Army will strike three times as hard for every Pakistani provocation.”

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Operation Sindoor: Inside the 25-Minute Assault​

The 25-minute coordinated assault on May 7 near Muzaffarabad, under Operation Sindoor, saw intense damage. One intercepted communication revealed a senior Pakistan Army commander, sheltering in a mosque, instructing troops to prioritize saving lives over assets.

“Save lives first, offices can reopen later,” the intercepted message reportedly said.

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The Indian offensive also targeted and demolished nine terror camps across Pakistan and PoK.

In retaliation, Pakistan attempted strikes on Indian military bases on May 8, 9, and 10, but failed to cause damage. Hostilities were mutually halted on May 10 after four days of exchanges.