Pakistan's military establishment has taken the unusual step of publicly reviewing a docuseries on Operation Sindoor, dismissing the production as "highly dramatised" and accusing it of presenting "preferred hues" in its portrayal of events.

Military Pushes Back on Documentary Narrative

The reaction from Pakistan's army comes as the docuseries challenges key claims made by Islamabad regarding the conflict. According to reports, the documentary has undermined the victory narrative advanced by Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, prompting what observers describe as a scramble for narrative cover.

The military's public critique of the production signals the sensitivity surrounding how Operation Sindoor is being portrayed to international audiences.

Documentary Reveals New Details

Among the revelations featured in the Discovery documentary is a claim that Pakistan targeted Delhi with a high-speed missile during Operation Sindoor. The production has drawn significant attention for its detailed account of the military confrontation between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.

India's Post-Sindoor Defence Push

In the aftermath of the operation, India has undertaken a significant defence overhaul, including bigger budgets, new military formations, and record defence exports, according to reports.

Meanwhile, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval struck a firm note, stating that "India's tolerance should not be mistaken for weakness," underscoring New Delhi's posture following the conflict.

The war of narratives between India and Pakistan over Operation Sindoor shows no signs of abating, with both sides continuing to contest the account of events.