The Border Security Force (BSF) recently briefed the media on "Operation Sindoor," highlighting the ongoing vigilance along the International Border (IB) and the force's readiness to respond to any potential infiltration attempts from Pakistan. Inspector General (IG) of BSF, Jammu Frontier, Shashank Anand, addressed the press, emphasizing that Operation Sindoor remains active due to the persistent trust deficit with Pakistan.

According to IG Anand, the BSF has maintained a high level of alert and has fortified its surveillance systems along the IB. This heightened vigilance comes in response to consistent intelligence inputs suggesting that Pakistan may attempt to facilitate infiltration under the cover of cross-border firing and shelling. Anand stated that the BSF is closely monitoring every inch of land and is working in coordination with the Indian Army to counter any potential threats, including those posed by tunnels.

Operation Sindoor was launched following the April 22 attack in Pahalgam that resulted in the death of 26 civilians. India has blamed the killings on The Resistance Front (TRF), which it alleges is linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), a Pakistan-based group designated as a "terrorist" entity by the United Nations, New Delhi accused Islamabad of complicity in the attacks.

In the wake of the Pahalgam attack, India retaliated with strikes on multiple locations across the border. The BSF reported that it had struck 76 Pakistani border posts and 42 forward defense locations (FDLs), while also destroying three terrorist launch pads during Operation Sindoor. A video released by the BSF purportedly showed Pakistani soldiers fleeing during the Indian strikes, which targeted Pakistani border posts.

During Operation Sindoor, the BSF also faced challenges from low-flying drones deployed by Pakistan. On May 10, a drone strike resulted in the death of two BSF personnel and one Indian Army soldier. In response, the BSF launched counter-strikes targeting Pakistani bunkers, surveillance gear, and communication towers in the Sialkot area.

IG Anand praised the courage and dedication of BSF personnel, including women officers, who played a crucial role in Operation Sindoor. Assistant Commandant Neha Bhandari and other women constables were commended for manning forward posts and actively participating in the operation. To honor the fallen soldiers and recognize the bravery of its personnel, the BSF has proposed naming a post in the Samba sector as "Sindoor" and two other posts after the martyred soldiers.

Despite the ongoing tensions and the challenges posed by cross-border activities, the BSF has reiterated its commitment to protecting Indian citizens and maintaining peace and security along the IB. The force has assured farmers residing along the border that their safety is a priority, and efforts are being made to facilitate their agricultural activities without disruption.

The recent India-Pakistan crisis, which included cross-border strikes and accusations of drone attacks, has raised concerns about regional stability. While both countries have claimed victory, the situation remains volatile, and diplomatic efforts are ongoing to de-escalate tensions and prevent further conflict. The United States has urged both India and Pakistan to pursue immediate de-escalation. Despite claims by U.S. officials that trade offers helped halt the conflict, India has maintained that the cessation of hostilities was reached through direct talks between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of the two countries.