New Delhi – May 12, 2025
In a stinging political twist, Congress Member of Parliament Imran Masood has publicly asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the government’s alleged secret operation, codenamed “Operation Sindoor”, during the current India-Pakistan ceasefire. Masood made the comments at a time when the Line of Control (LoC) is unusually silent, fuelling speculation of behind-the-scenes action.
At Parliament, talking to the media outside, Masood called for openness regarding the character, intention, and effects of Operation Sindoor, alleging it is undertaken devoid of requisite parliamentary scrutiny.
“The country should know: What is exactly Operation Sindoor? Is a diplomatic move, is a military crisis plan or a different kind? Why Parliament being kept blind?” Masood opined.
Although the government has not officially endorsed the existence of such an operation, rumors going around defense and diplomatic circles indicate that Operation Sindoor could be connected to strategic deployments or contingency planning in view of the tenuous peace with Pakistan.
Masood also expressed concerns regarding transparency and national security procedures, blaming the Modi government for sidestepping democratic institutions in sensitive foreign policy and defense matters.
“While both countries profess to abide by the ceasefire, any underhand action—actual or speculation—might sabotage the precarious peace,” he stated.
Both the Ministry of External Affairs and Ministry of Defence refused to comment on Masood’s statement. Government sources from the ruling BJP rebuffed the Congress MP’s allegations as “politically motivated” and “rumor-based”.
The India-Pakistan ceasefire, reaffirmed in early 2025, has resulted in a dramatic decline in cross-border hostilities. Recent political speech and intelligence leaks, however, have fueled rumors of parallel military plans being worked on by the two sides.
Experts are polarized on Masood’s comments—some perceive them as an essential call for openness, whereas others worry they could undermine the secrecy of an operation if indeed one exists.
With mounting pressure, opposition parties have also started echoing Masood’s call, asking the Prime Minister to make a formal statement in Parliament in the next session.
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