Indian Army Showcases Captured Pakistani Drone of Turkish Origin During Operation Sindoor

The Indian Army recently showcased a captured Pakistan military drone of Turkish origin, which was brought down by Indian forces on May 10 during Operation Sindoor. The drone, reportedly operated by Pakistani forces, was intercepted as part of a series of defensive operations aimed at safeguarding India’s airspace and sensitive installations. Officials say that the operation demonstrated the army’s readiness to respond to unmanned aerial threats with agility. While the Indian Army did not provide extensive technical details about the drone, experts cited byANInoted that such unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) can be used for surveillance, reconnaissance, or even tactical strikes. Capturing one provides critical intelligence on foreign military technology and strategies. Watch the video here: #WATCH| Indian Army showcases a captured Pakistan military drone of Turkish origin brought down by the Indian forces on May 10 during Operation Sindoorpic.twitter.com/ZsE0zt5zLo Operation Sindoor was a military and strategic counter-terror offensive launched by India in May, following a barbaric terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, on April 22, that claimed the lives of 26 innocent civilians. The attack, where victims were allegedly segregated and killed based on their religion, was attributed to a Pakistan-based terrorist group, “The Resistance Front” (TRF). Theoperation involved precision strikeson terrorist infrastructure and training camps deep inside Pakistan. It was a significant shift in India’s counter-terrorism doctrine, moving beyond traditional responses. Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared, “Operation Sindoor is not just a name. It is a reflection of the feelings of millions of people in the country. Operation Sindoor is an unbroken pledge of justice.” The strikes, which reportedly neutralised over 100 terrorists and destroyed major terror hubs, sent a strong message to state sponsors of terrorism. PM Modi further asserted, “The enemy has now realised the consequences of removing ‘sindoor’ from the foreheads of our daughters and sisters.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Amman, Jordan, beginning his three-nation tour that includes Ethiopia and Oman. The visit celebrates 75 years of India-Jordan diplomatic ties and includes meetings with King Abdullah II, PM Jafar Hassan, and the Indian diaspora. The trip aims to deepen India's diplomatic, economic, and cultural engagement with key Middle Eastern and African partners. Get the latest stories delivered straight to your inbox.