Pakistan Army Downs Indian Spy Drone Operation Swift Retort Anniversary
On February 25, the Pakistan army downed an Indian spy drone that was violating the Line of Control,
According to the ISPR, the incident took place at 12:55 pm, however, after hitting down the quadcopter of the Indian Army, the Pakistan Army started searching for its remains.
“On February 26, the remains of a quadcopter were found in Pakistani territory in LOC,” it added.
The quadcopter also bears the insignia of an Indian Army unit which confirms that the quadcopter belongs to the Indian Army, the statement added.
It is pertinent to note that earlier on February 27, 2019, the Pakistan Air Force also shot down Indian warplanes that violated Pakistani airspace in Operation Swift Retort.
Operation Swift Retort
Today, Pakistan is marking the 5th anniversary of Operation Swift Retort, popularly known as Surprise Day in the country when the country’s armed forces gave a befitting response to Indian misadventures.
On the commemoration of the fifth anniversary of “Operation Swift Retort”, the Inter-Services Public Relations in a statement said February 27, 2019, marked a significant event in our history, demonstrating the resolve of the people of Pakistan and the professionalism of the Armed Forces in response to unwarranted aggression from India, motivated by political considerations and electoral concerns.
The statement said despite desperate Indian attempts to favorably shape the information space, the events of that fateful day showcased the absolute operational ascendance of Pakistan’s Armed Forces over the Indian side.
It added that the steadfastness and competence of Pakistan’s Armed Forces were acknowledged by military experts and analysts throughout the world, effectively debunking frivolous Indian claims that could not stand factual scrutiny.
February 27, 2019, was a memorable day for Pakistan as the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) shattered the Indian dream of invincibility and military supremacy by shooting down two Indian aircraft and above all capturing an IAF pilot
Indian fighter jets crossed the Line of Control in the last week of February and the country’s military claimed to have conducted a “surgical strike” in the Balakot area in Pakistan.
New Delhi also claimed to have destroyed a terrorist camp with 300-350 casualties in the attack. Pakistan denied the claim, saying neither was there any camp nor any casualty.
Independent reports, including high-resolution satellite images reviewed by Reuters, also contradicted the Indian claims.
