BSF Confirms Relocation of Terror Launchpads Following Operation Sindoor: Ready for Further Action

The reports generally say that there is deployment in the launchpads (File)

Jammu:

More than six dozen terror launchpads have been relocated to "depth areas" in Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, and the Border Security Force is prepared to inflict significant casualties on enemy forces should the government decide to resume cross-border operations, senior BSF officers announced on Saturday.

The BSF is currently respecting the cessation of military action following four days of confrontations from May 7-10, they stated.

"After BSF destroyed numerous terror launchpads along the border during Operation Sindoor, Pakistan's government transferred all such facilities to depth areas... Approximately 12 launchpads are currently operating from the depth areas of Sialkot and Zaffarwal, which are not directly on the border.

"Additionally, 60 launchpads are functioning in other depth areas away from the border," BSF DIG Vikram Kunwar informed reporters here.

Vikram Kunwar, alongside BSF IG, Jammu Frontier, Shashank Anand, and DIG Kulwant Rai Sharma, conducted a joint press conference to highlight the force's achievements in 2025, including its participation in Operation Sindoor, India's military response to the April 22 Pahalgam massacre with cross-border connections that resulted in 26 fatalities.

The officer noted that the numbers of these launchpads, as well as terrorists present within them, are constantly changing.

"They don't maintain permanent positions there. These launchpads are typically active when terrorists need to be infiltrated (into India)... They are not kept in more than two or three groups," DIG Kunwar explained while confirming that no training camps currently exist in areas near the International Border.

Reports typically indicate deployment in the launchpads, suggesting training occurs before terrorists are moved to other locations.

"Previously, they had designated areas, where Jaish-e-Mohammad operatives would be active in lower regions, and Lashkar-e-Taiba operatives in upper regions. After Operation Sindoor, they've formed combined groups. Those wanting training can now receive it in mixed groups," DIG Kunwar said.

IG Anand stated that the BSF stands ready to follow government directives should it decide to resume Operation Sindoor.

"Whether discussing 1965, 1971, the 1999 Kargil War, or Operation Sindoor, the BSF possesses extensive experience in all warfare types, conventional or hybrid. We are prepared.

"Given another opportunity, we are capable of inflicting greater damage than what we accomplished in May. Whatever policy the government determines, the BSF will fulfill its role," he assured.

When questioned about Pakistani Rangers abandoning their posts during Operation Sindoor, the IG explained that once situations normalize, it becomes necessary for everyone to return to their respective positions.

"They required considerable time to recover from damages inflicted by the BSF. In certain locations, they've attempted to strengthen their defenses. However, all their activities remain under our surveillance," the IG stated.

The BSF is developing plans according to evolving circumstances, he mentioned, and "when the opportunity arises, we will take appropriate action."

"Currently, there is no movement (of terrorists on the border) warranting alarm," the officer concluded.