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Begumpet Overflows as Wings India 2026 Exhibition Concludes

Begumpet Overflows as Wings India 2026 Exhibition Concludes

Hyderabad: The Begumpet airport witnessed an overwhelming turnout on the final day of the Wings India-2026 air show on Saturday, as aviation enthusiasts, students, families, and professionals flocked to the venue from early morning. By 10 AM, the airport and surrounding areas were packed, bringing traffic to a standstill along the access routes. Parking lots, the air cargo yard, and the area near the Meteorological Department headquarters, designated for visitor parking, were filled to capacity.

Record Visitor Turnout

The last two days of the exhibition were open to the general public, attracting nearly 70,000 visitors who experienced the excitement of India’s premier civil aviation event. During the first two days, the event hosted 7,500 traders and over 2,000 business delegates, with more than 500 business meetings conducted. Several key agreements were signed, strengthening India’s aviation and aerospace industry ties.

Exhibitions & Stalls

Over 150 stalls were set up by airlines, showcasing aircraft, vehicles, spare parts, training institutes, and airport operations. Visitors got an up-close look at the latest innovations in civil aviation, while business delegates explored collaboration opportunities across the sector.

Thrilling Aerial Displays

The grand finale featured spectacular aerial displays, thrilling the crowd. The Mark Jeffrey team performed two shows, while the Indian Air Force’s Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team delivered a breathtaking performance, leaving visitors in awe.

The event successfully combined business, education, and entertainment, making Wings India 2026 a landmark exhibition in India’s civil aviation calendar.

Operation Sindoor

24 Strikes in 25 Minutes: India Rains Hell on Terror Camps in Precision Operation Sindoor

New Delhi:
In the early hours of May 7, under the veil of darkness and the cloak of secrecy, India launched a blistering 25-minute assault that left nine terror camps decimated and at least 70 terrorists dead. The operation—codenamed Operation Sindoor—was jointly executed by the Indian Army and the Air Force, targeting strategic militant infrastructure across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoJK).

The strikes, conducted between 1:05 AM and 1:30 AM, involved the precise deployment of 24 missiles and marked one of the most significant counter-terror offensives in recent years.

A Calculated Response

At a press briefing in New Delhi, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, accompanied by Colonel Sophia Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, outlined the rationale behind the operation. The strike was described as a “measured and proportionate” response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives, including that of a Nepali citizen.

“Our intelligence indicated that further attacks against India were impending,” said Misri. “India exercised its right to respond — measured, proportionate, and non-escalatory — to dismantle the infrastructure that enables cross-border terrorism.”

Colonel Qureshi emphasized that the operation reflected a strategic shift in India’s counter-terrorism doctrine.

“For three decades, Pakistan has been nurturing a shadow ecosystem of terror. This operation was intended to disrupt that network at its roots,” she stated.

Targets and Execution

The operation struck nine high-value terror hubs located in:

  • Pakistan-occupied Kashmir: Muzaffarabad, Kotli, Rawalakot, Bhimber, Neelum Valley
  • Mainland Pakistan: Bahawalpur, Jhelum, Chakswari, Chakwal

These areas are long believed to house training camps, command posts, and launch pads used by terror outfits like Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) — both implicated in previous attacks on Indian soil.

The Bahawalpur strike was especially significant, as it targeted a known JeM headquarters. Muzaffarabad and Bhimber were reportedly used as infiltration and logistical nodes.

Firepower and Precision

Armed with a mix of ground-launched and air-launched missiles, India employed laser-guided and satellite-navigated munitions to ensure maximum precision with minimum collateral damage. Real-time UAV surveillance confirmed complete destruction of multiple targets, including:

  • Command centers
  • Arms depots
  • Training facilities
  • Terrorist staging grounds

A government source noted that no Pakistani military assets were targeted, underscoring the “non-escalatory” nature of the mission.

Aftermath and Impact

With 70 terrorists killed and more than 60 injured, Operation Sindoor has sent a strong message about India’s threshold for cross-border terrorism. Analysts say the operation reaffirms India’s growing reliance on intelligence-led, surgical tactics rather than prolonged engagement.

While Pakistan is yet to issue an official response, diplomatic channels are reportedly active. India’s External Affairs Ministry has briefed key global partners about the nature and necessity of the strikes.

Operation Sindoor stands as a stark reminder: terror has a cost, and India now has both the capability and the will to enforce it — swiftly, precisely, and unapologetically.