Pakistan Rebuilds Terror Camps Destroyed in Operation Sindoor

Reports indicate that Pakistan is actively reconstructing terrorist bases previously targeted by India during Operation Sindoor. This operation, which took place in early 2025, aimed to dismantle the infrastructure of terrorist organizations operating from within Pakistan. Recent footage from Muridke, a city in Pakistan, shows the demolition of a building that served as a headquarters for the militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), led by Hafiz Saeed. This site was destroyed in a missile strike during the operation.

The building, located approximately five kilometers from Muridke in an area known as Nangal Saday, also housed Jamaat-ud-Dawa, the economic front for Lashkar-e-Taiba. In a segment aired by Zee News, Rahul Sinha, the Managing Editor, analyzed the implications of this reconstruction of terrorist infrastructure. He highlighted that the Pakistani military, under the leadership of Field Marshal Asim Munir, has pledged to rebuild all facilities destroyed during the operation.

In addition to the demolition in Muridke, there are reports of new military constructions near the Line of Control (LoC) in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Pakistani forces are reportedly erecting bunkers in locations such as Athmuqam, Kotli, Hajira, and Kahuta. These bunkers are intended as launch pads for infiltrating militants into India and feature enhanced security measures, including underground shelters designed to shield operatives from Indian military actions.

The reconstruction efforts also extend to military installations that sustained damage during Operation Sindoor. Notably, the Noor Khan Airbase, which was targeted by BrahMos missile strikes, is undergoing repairs. Satellite imagery confirms ongoing work at the airbase, which had been out of operation for nearly three months due to significant damage to its runway and air traffic control systems. The airbase’s proximity to Islamabad, just 25 kilometers away, further emphasizes the strategic importance of this facility.

Furthermore, a report from the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists suggests that Pakistan has intensified its uranium enrichment activities in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor. The report indicates that Pakistan operates four plutonium-based reactors and is in the process of developing a uranium-based nuclear reactor. It also mentions preparations for the RAAD missiles, which are designed to carry nuclear warheads.

The strategic shift towards expanding its nuclear arsenal reflects Pakistan’s acknowledgment that it cannot compete with India in conventional military terms. This approach mirrors historical sentiments expressed by former Pakistani Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, who famously stated, “We will eat grass, even go hungry, but we will have our own nuclear bomb.” Despite ongoing economic challenges and widespread poverty, Pakistan’s commitment to advancing its nuclear capabilities remains steadfast.

As these developments unfold, they pose significant implications for regional stability and security dynamics in South Asia. The ongoing reconstruction of terror camps and military facilities highlights the complexities of the geopolitical landscape, as nations navigate the challenges posed by terrorism and military preparedness.