India vs Pakistan: Key War Moments
First Indo-Pak War (1947–48)
This conflict over Kashmir marked the first armed clash post-partition, ending in a UN-mediated ceasefire.
Second Indo-Pak War (1965)
Sparked by Pakistan’s Operation Gibraltar, this war was fought in Kashmir and Punjab, ending in the Tashkent Agreement.
Bangladesh Liberation War (1971)
India supported East Pakistan’s independence struggle, leading to Pakistan’s surrender and the creation of Bangladesh.
Kargil War (1999)
Pakistani soldiers infiltrated Indian territory in Kargil. India’s Operation Vijay pushed them back in a fierce high-altitude war.
Siachen Conflict
With an ongoing military presence since 1984, India controls the strategic glacier following Operation Meghdoot.
Surgical Strikes (2016)
India carried out a covert operation across the LoC in response to the Uri attack, targeting terror launchpads.
Operation Sindoor (2025)
A bold Indian military operation in response to recent hostilities, showcasing India’s strategic strength and swift retaliation.