Pak, spies and Rahul

Just as the mythological Samudra Manthan led to a momentous gain, so too has this Operation Sindoor--unveiling truths, some bitter, some overwhelmingly positive and encouraging, writes Dipika Bhan

- Dipika Bhan

THERE can be no better analogy than the 'Samudra Manthan' to describe India's Operation Sindoor against terror-promoting Pakistan.

Samudra Manthan, a significant event in Sanatan Dharma, refers to the churning of the ocean to obtain the nectar of immortality. It symbolises a cosmic struggle between good and evil, ultimately won by the righteous.

Just as the mythological Manthan yielded nectar for the virtuous, Operation Sindoor has unearthed truths that are proving to be eye-opening not only for the world but also for the nation. It has exposed Pakistan's duplicity regarding terrorism and unmasked individuals working against India's security and interests.

While Pakistan is being held accountable for fostering terrorism in India, hidden operatives all Indian citizens are being exposed one by one. These individuals have been covertly working for Pakistan, discreetly passing on sensitive information.

Then there are also those on the political spectrum who have made statements that seem to be aimed at undermining India's anti-terror actions. Operation Sindoor, an unprecedented action, has indeed produced mind-boggling results.

It has unmasked individuals within India who were gnawing at the nation's security framework. Around 15 men and women have been arrested for spying for the neighbouring country. These include a YouTuber, a security guard, a businessman, an app developer, students, and even ordinary people.

All they needed was a mobile phone to shoot and transmit pictures, data, or any other information related to defence establishments, religious sites, railways, airports, tourist spots, or even random locations. For most of them, money was the primary motivation. In some cases, honey traps were employed, but the demand was always for real-time and archived information.