India has acknowledged military deaths in Operation Sindoor, 7 May 2025, by officially adding the names of six soldiers to the National War Memorial’s Roll of Honour.
According to Kashmir Media Service (KMS), the Indian government included the names of six personnel who were killed during the operation, marking a formal recognition of losses that were previously unconfirmed at the official level.
The soldiers named include Subedar Major Pawan Kumar, Rifleman Sunil Kumar, Lance Naik Dinesh Kumar, Aviation Technician Moord Murli Naik, Havaldar Sunil Kumar Singh, and Sergeant Surinder Kumar.
KMS reported that sustained protests and pressure from families of the deceased soldiers played a key role in pushing authorities to officially acknowledge the casualties and disclose their identities.
The report further states that these admissions strengthen Pakistan’s position that Indian forces suffered significant losses during Operation Sindoor, while India is said to be gradually revealing details of those casualties.
Pakistan had earlier claimed that it targeted India’s 10 Infantry Brigade during the operation, and according to reports, Subedar Major Pawan Kumar was linked to that brigade headquarters.
The report also refers to claims that Pakistan destroyed an S-400 air defence system battery in Udhampur. It adds that Sergeant Surinder Kumar was killed in Udhampur and was later awarded the Vayu Medal, while India had previously denied losses at that location.
KMS further claims that satellite imagery and Indian records indicate that the forward base sustained serious damage during the operation.
It also notes that international media reported on Pakistan’s claims of downing Indian Rafale, Mirage 2000, and other aircraft, while defence analysts say the Indian government’s silence on casualties may have affected military morale.
Political observers cited by KMS say India’s opposition continues to question the government over the losses linked to Operation Sindoor, while authorities remain largely silent on both military and political concerns.
Defence experts suggest that India’s claims of continuing operations are aimed at shifting attention away from scrutiny, adding that further clarification may be required regarding additional military losses in the future.
