Vice Admiral K Swaminathan, head of Western Naval Command, stated that Indian Navy's offensive posture during Operation Sindoor was crucial in Pakistan seeking a ceasefire on May 10, 2025. The operation responded to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack killing 26 civilians, with India striking nine terror hubs in Pakistan and PoK using missiles and drones. Navy mobilized over 30 ships and submarines in 4-6 days, including INS Vikrant Carrier Battle Group off Makran coast, pinning Pakistan Navy near its shores.​

Swaminathan noted successful weapon firings in April kept Pakistan confined, with India "very close" to naval strikes that could have escalated beyond air and land actions. Air Force conducted cross-border strikes, but Navy's readiness deterred further response, as Pakistan detected the movements. The four-day conflict from May 7-10 involved drone and missile exchanges, teetering on full war before the truce halted all actions.​​

A Turkish Navy ship in Pakistani waters confirmed anticipated collusion with China and Pakistan, including hardware transfers during the operation. Key to success was seamless political-military synergy across services, with tri-force coordination ensuring precise execution. Pakistan's air defenses suffered losses, including planes and a spy asset, against India's BrahMos and S-400 systems.​​

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Global reactions to Operation Sindoor were mixed: some praised India's counter-terror precision, while others urged restraint amid escalation fears. Satellite images showed Pakistan warships retreating to Karachi and Gwadar ports. The event marked India's evolved strategy of non-intrusive, stand-off retaliation since 1971.​

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