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Abdul Rauf Azhar, IC-814 Hijacking Mastermind, Killed in India’s Operation Sindoor
New Delhi, May 8, 2025 – In a major victory against terrorism, India’s precision military strike, Operation Sindoor, has eliminated Abdul Rauf Azhar, the notorious Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) commander and mastermind behind the 1999 IC-814 hijacking. The operation targeted terror launch pads in Pakistan’s Punjab and PoK, dealing a severe blow to cross-border terrorism.
Who Was Abdul Rauf Azhar?
Abdul Rauf Azhar was a globally designated terrorist and the brother of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Masood Azhar. He played a pivotal role in multiple high-profile terror attacks, including:
🇮🇳 Operation Sindoor 🚨
Abdul Rauf Azhar — Masood Azhar’s brother, JEM ops chief & IC-814 mastermind — ELIMINATED in Muridke strike.
— NEVER FORGET, NEVER FORGIVE 🎯
— Megh Updates 🚨™ (@MeghUpdates) May 8, 2025
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1999 IC-814 Hijacking: Orchestrated the hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC-814, leading to the release of three terrorists, including his brother Masood Azhar.
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2001 Parliament Attack: Key planner of the attack that brought India and Pakistan to the brink of war.
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2019 Pulwama Attack: Reportedly involved in the suicide bombing that killed 40 CRPF soldiers.
Operation Sindoor: A Decisive Strike Against Terrorism
India’s Armed Forces executed surgical missile strikes on terror camps in Bahawalpur (Pakistan) and PoK, neutralizing Azhar and 10 members of Masood Azhar’s family. The operation was launched in response to recent terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, reaffirming India’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism.
Big news : It is confirmed that Abdul Rauf Azhar was killed in #OperationSindoor.
He’s the brother of Masood Azhar and was mastermind of Kandhar IC-814 (Indian) hijack & many other terrorist attacks in India. pic.twitter.com/UgFu7vrvjT
— Mr Sinha (@MrSinha_) May 8, 2025
Key Outcomes of Operation Sindoor:
✅ Elimination of a top terror mastermind
✅ Major setback for LeT and JeM operations
✅ Strong message to Pakistan-backed terror groups
✅ Boost to India’s counter-terrorism efforts
Why Rauf Azhar’s Death Matters
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Strategic Victory: Disrupts terror leadership, crippling LeT and JeM’s operational capabilities.
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Justice Served: Brings closure to victims of IC-814 hijacking and Parliament attack.
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Global Impact: Reinforces India’s stance on cross-border terrorism, increasing pressure on Pakistan to act against terror hubs.
What’s Next?
With Rauf Azhar’s death, JeM and LeT may face internal chaos, but India remains on high alert for possible retaliatory strikes. The success of Operation Sindoor underscores India’s capability to conduct precision counter-terror operations deep inside hostile territory.
Final Thoughts
The elimination of Abdul Rauf Azhar marks a historic milestone in India’s fight against terrorism. As the world watches, India’s decisive action sends a clear message: Terrorists will not escape justice, no matter where they hide.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
