In the wake of Operation Sindoor, which targeted nine terrorist hideouts inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), a Red Alert has been declared across Uttar Pradesh as a precautionary measure. The operation, conducted by the Indian Armed Forces on May 7, was a direct retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen.
Security Measures in Uttar Pradesh
The Director General of Police (DGP) of Uttar Pradesh, Prashant Kumar, confirmed the Red Alert and outlined the enhanced security measures. In a statement on X, he said:
“Red Alert has been declared in Uttar Pradesh following #OperationSindoor – the Indian Army’s targeted strike on terror hideouts.”
Kumar further assured that the Uttar Pradesh Police was working closely with Defence units to strengthen the security of key installations across the state.
“All @Uppolice field formations have been instructed to coordinate with Defence units and strengthen the security of vital installations. UP Police remains alert, equipped, and fully prepared to ensure the safety of every citizen. Jay Hind!,” he wrote on X.
Operation Sindoor: A Strategic Military Action
Operation Sindoor targeted nine terror camps, four in Pakistan—including Bahawalpur, Muridke, and Sialkot—and five in PoJK. The operation, conducted by the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, was a precision strike aimed at top leaders of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), two terror groups responsible for planning and executing attacks against India.
The Indian Ministry of Defence confirmed the success of the operation, noting that it was carried out using special precision munitions and was non-escalatory in nature. Importantly, no Pakistani military facilities were targeted.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was reported to have continuously monitored the operation, ensuring its execution throughout the night.
Public Reactions to the Operation
The operation has received widespread praise across the country, with many expressing their support for the Indian government’s decisive action.
Rajesh Narwal, the father of Indian Navy Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, who was among the 26 victims of the Pahalgam attack, lauded the airstrikes, calling them a necessary and just step. He emphasized that the government’s response was in line with the expectations of those affected by the attack.
“When this happened, you came home and asked me this question: ‘What do you want from the government?’ and I gave you an answer that I fully trust the Indian government and it is doing its job… And today the Indian government has done that work,” Rajesh Narwal remarked.
He expressed confidence that Operation Sindoor would serve as a lasting deterrent to terrorists, ensuring that they would think twice before engaging in further attacks against India.
“The Govt of India has taken the right step… This strike will always resonate in their minds, and they will think a hundred times before doing such a thing in the future.”
Conclusion
The declaration of a Red Alert in Uttar Pradesh highlights the heightened security concerns in the wake of the Indian military’s strike. As India continues to deal with the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, the government’s action in Operation Sindoor is being seen as a crucial step toward justice for the victims and as a message to terrorist organizations.
While the situation remains tense, both India and its citizens remain resolute in their commitment to combat terrorism and ensure the safety of the nation.