Here Is Everything You Need To Know About Indian Army’s Covert Operation In Myanmar

Para Commandos of Indian Army carried out one of the biggest covert missions in response to killing of 18 troops by militants in Manipur, by weeding out over 20 suspected militants in Myanmar. This operation was not only a bold strategy to eliminate any terrorist threats, it also stands as a precursor of response to any illegal intervening in future.

But, there are lot of things you don’t know about this operation. Hence here are the important points that you need to know.

1. How did the Indian Army know where to attack?

The Indian Army got the information about the location for a ‘credible and specific intelligence’ which led to the attack on two separate groups of insurgents in Myanmar.

The troops were guided to two camps of the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) and allied insurgent groups by intelligence which was gathered by operatives who crossed over into Myanmar a couple of days ago and returned with precise co-ordinates of the terror dens along with photographs, said a TOI report.

 

2. How was the operation implemented?

The Para Commandos (special forces) of Indian Army along with Assam Rifles were carried two-kilometers deep into Myanmar in Mi-17 helicopters. The last few miles of the journey was completed on foot and included hundreds of meters of crawling. Throughout the journey, the troops were assisted by helicopters and drones deployed by the Indian Air Force. After the attack, the helicopters carried the troops back to our country.

 

3. Was Myanmar Government informed?

Indian Army said that it was already in talks with the Myanmar Government about the operation. “We are in communication with the Myanmar authorities on this matter. There is a history of close cooperation between our two militaries. We look forward to working with them to combat such terrorism,” the official statement from the Indian Army said.

Although, according to reports, Myanmar Government was informed after the operation had begun but the county cooperated fully.

 

4. How many militants died?

Between 20-50 militants were killed in the strike although no specific digit has been given out by official authorities.

 

5. Did Indian Army suffer any casualties?

No, the Indian Army didn’t suffer any causality. The troops returned safely after the 13 hour long operation by IAF helicopters.

 

6. Was it a revenge attack?

It indeed was a revenge attack. Major General Ranbir Singh, additional director general of military operations, while talking to the media made it clear that the mission was provoked by the killing of Indian soldiers. He also gave another reason saying, “These attacks were to be carried out by some of the groups involved in earlier attacks on our security personnel and their allies. In view of the imminent threat, an immediate response was necessary”

 

7. Can this be done if there are terror threats by other neighbouring countries?

Indian Army has made it clear in many official statements that Modi Government won’t hesitate in carrying out similar operation in other neighbouring countries in case of any terrorist threats. Retired Colonel Rajyavardhan Rathore told Indian Express, “This is a message for all countries, including Pakistan, and groups harbouring terror intent towards India. A terrorist is a terrorist and has no other identity. We will strike when we want to.”

However, we do not have have agreements of the same kind it with these countries. And it is highly unlikely for Indian Government to risk antagonising other nations by doing so.

 

8. What about Pakistan?

Surgical strikes deep in Pakistan are very unlikely. Unless India decides to start an all out war, this is not possible.

We salute Indian Army for taking a bold step and executing it with great success. It has been made evident that India is not going to sit back and listen if there are any terror threats from anywhere!

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