SPAIN: A new nonfiction book titled The Fire of Sindoor: India’s Strike Against Terror was officially unveiled today by Write India Publishers, marking a significant literary contribution to the ongoing discourse around India’s May 2025 military operation against terror camps across the border. The poster for the book was unveiled in a symbolic event at Sharqi Academy by Spanish artists from Madrid, reflecting a growing global interest in the geopolitical ripples of Operation Sindoor.
Co-authored by Roshan Bhondekar and Niloy Chattaraj, The Fire of Sindoor explores the background, execution, and aftermath of the air and missile strikes carried out by Indian forces on May 7, 2025. The operation targeted nine sites believed to be terrorist training camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). The strikes followed the April 22 attack in Pahalgam that left 26 civilians dead, an attack attributed by Indian authorities to groups including Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen.
The authors provide a detailed account of the events leading to the operation, combining military analysis with firsthand testimonies. Drawing from sources such as military insiders, intelligence officials, and civilians from the affected areas, the book attempts to bridge the gap between official narratives and ground realities.
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The term “Sindoor”, traditionally a symbol of justice in Indian culture, was used as the codename for the operation. The book explains how the operation was conceived not only as a strategic response but also as a culturally resonant gesture aimed at signalling resolve in the face of repeated provocations.
A Humanized Lens on Conflict: Blending Emotion, Strategy, and Social Responsibility in The Fire of Sindoor
Through its pages, The Fire of Sindoor offers a granular look at India’s use of advanced military technology during the operation — including SCALP cruise missiles, BrahMos systems, and loitering munitions. These details are framed within the broader complexity of executing precision strikes in politically sensitive and diplomatically volatile regions.
Pakistan’s response to the operation forms a significant part of the book’s analysis. The Pakistani government has denied the presence of terrorist infrastructure within its borders and has accused India of violating sovereignty and escalating regional tensions. The authors present these positions alongside assessments from international observers, revealing a wide spectrum of global reactions, from support for counterterrorism efforts to calls for de-escalation and dialogue.
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The Fire of Sindoor is as much about individuals as it is about policy and warfare. The narrative foregrounds stories of loss, survival, and resilience from both sides of the border. This human dimension is meant to counterbalance the strategic discourse, reminding readers of the real costs of protracted conflict.
In their respective roles, the co-authors bring distinct yet complementary perspectives. Bhondekar, who has a background in storytelling and filmmaking, lends the narrative emotional weight and accessibility. Chattaraj, with expertise in electronic warfare and defence systems, provides technical depth and strategic insight. Together, they aim to make the book relevant not only to policy experts and academics but also to a general readership interested in understanding contemporary geopolitics.
The launch of the book has already sparked considerable public interest. As part of the pre-release campaign, Bhondekar announced on June 24 via his official X (formerly Twitter) account that The Fire of Sindoor had reached the #1 spot in Amazon’s “New Hot Releases” under the Cold War category and was trending at #3 on the overall Bestseller list. The surge in visibility highlights growing public interest and the controversial nature of the events chronicled in the book.
In an act of social responsibility, the authors have pledged to donate all royalties from the book to Indian NGOs working with orphaned children, a gesture aligned with the book’s overarching themes of justice, responsibility, and humanitarian concern.
As the India-Pakistan border continues to simmer under unresolved tensions, The Fire of Sindoor steps into a fraught and polarised narrative space. Whether it will be seen as a balanced documentation or viewed through partisan lenses remains to be seen. Nevertheless, the book contributes a timely and multilayered perspective on one of the most consequential military actions in recent Indian history.
At a moment when questions of sovereignty, security, and human cost are central to international relations, The Fire of Sindoor raises important issues about how nations respond to terrorism and at what price. The global unveiling of its poster by a European artist is perhaps a symbolic nod to the internationalisation of such conflicts and to the idea that these questions transcend borders, demanding global attention and reflection.
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