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Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos

Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos* was a military operation launched by the *Pakistan Armed Forces* in early May 2025, involving coordinated missile and aerial drone offensives aimed at select Indian military and strategic targets. The operation marked a significant escalation in India–Pakistan tensions but ultimately resulted in a major operational failure for Pakistan, with most of its incoming projectiles intercepted and several of its drones and fighter aircraft reportedly neutralized by Indian defence systems and retaliatory actions.

Background

The operation’s name, Bunyan-ul-Marsoos (Arabic for "Solid Structure" or "Fortified Foundation"), was first referenced by sources in Pakistan's defence media in late April 2025. It was reportedly intended as a show of strength and deterrence following a series of diplomatic confrontations and skirmishes along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border.

Intelligence sources in India and international media later reported that Pakistan had mobilized a combination of surface-to-surface missiles, armed drones, and fighter aircraft for a limited precision strike campaign.

The Operation

In the early hours of 9 May 2025, multiple missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were launched from Pakistani territory towards targets in northern India. The city of *Hisar, Haryana*, was reportedly the primary target, given its strategic significance in hosting an Indian Air Force base and logistical infrastructure.

According to the *Indian Ministry of Defence, Indian Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) and ground-based air defence systems—including the **S-400 Triumf* and *Akash SAM units*—successfully intercepted and destroyed the incoming threats. No significant damage or casualties were reported on Indian soil.

Additionally, the Indian Air Force scrambled interceptors that downed at least two Pakistani drones and reportedly shot down one JF-17 fighter jet near the border, though Pakistan has not officially confirmed the loss.

Indian Response and Retaliation

In retaliation, the Indian Air Force launched precision strikes on three key Pakistani airbases alleged to be involved in launching or coordinating the failed operation:

* *Rafiqui Airbase (Shorkot)*

Indian officials claimed the strikes were designed to degrade Pakistan’s offensive capability and deter future provocations. Satellite images and limited on-ground footage suggested visible damage to infrastructure, hangars, and radar installations at the targeted bases.

Failure and Aftermath

Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos is widely considered a strategic failure for Pakistan. The failure of its air defence systems to protect its bases during the Indian retaliation, the downing of its drones and jet(s), and the inability to inflict any real damage on Indian targets led to internal and external criticism.

According to Indian security analysts and several international observers:

* The operational planning of Pakistan’s strike lacked real-time adaptability and failed to factor in India’s missile interception capabilities.

* The loss of combat drones and at least one fighter jet added to the embarrassment for the Pakistan Air Force (PAF).

* The failure of Pakistan's Integrated Air Defence Network (IADN) to counter India's retaliatory strikes on well-established bases like Murid and Rafiqui highlighted a critical vulnerability.

Official Statements

India : The Indian government hailed the interception and retaliatory strikes as “a calibrated but firm response to aggression.” The Ministry of Defence emphasized that India reserved the right to respond further if provoked.

Pakistan : Pakistan’s **DG ISPR* acknowledged the damage at its airbases but offered no confirmation regarding drone or aircraft losses. The operation was described as a “limited engagement to demonstrate capability,” without commenting on its failure.

* *United Nations*: The UN Secretary-General urged both sides to exercise restraint and offered to mediate.

* *United States* and *European Union*: Expressed concern about the escalation but commended the absence of civilian casualties.

* *Strategic Analysts*: Many referred to Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos as a “miscalculated show of force” that backfired diplomatically and militarily on Pakistan.

Legacy

Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos has been described as one of the most consequential tactical missteps in recent South Asian military history. While it was intended to display strength, its failure led to deeper scrutiny of Pakistan’s military preparedness and prompted a visible shift in India's doctrine toward preemptive and retaliatory targeting of deep-strike assets.

References

1. [Pakistan says it has launched military offensive against India](https://www.reuters.com/world/india/pakistan-says-three-air-bases-targeted-by-indian-missiles-2025-05-10/)

2. [India-Pakistan military reprisals escalate: what we know so far](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/may/10/india-pakistan-military-reprisals-escalate-what-we-know-so-far)

3. [Pakistan says India fired missiles at 3 air bases inside country](https://apnews.com/article/1de0ca13c13899f0bd3530b4808d45ad)

4. [Nur Khan, Murid and Rafiqui: Why these 3 Pakistan air bases were targeted by India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/nur-khan-murid-and-rafiqui-why-these-3-pakistan-air-bases-were-targeted-by-india/articleshow/121046021.cms)

5. [Now you just wait for our response, DG ISPR warns India](https://www.radio.gov.pk/10-05-2025/now-you-just-wait-for-our-response-dg-ispr-warns-india)

6. [Pakistan Launches Operation 'Bunyan ul Marsoos' in Retaliation to Indian Missile Strikes](https://tnnenglish.com/pakistan-launches-operation-bunyan-ul-marsoos-in-retaliation-to-indian-missile-strikes)