Write India Publishers today released The Fire of Sindoor: India’s Strike Against Terror, a nonfiction book documenting India’s Operation Sindoor — the precision strikes conducted on May 7, 2025, targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). Authored by Roshan Bhondekar and Niloy Chattaraj, the book aims to offer a nuanced and comprehensive account of the operation’s origins, execution, and international fallout, set against the backdrop of the April 22 Pahalgam attack that claimed 26 lives.
The book opens with a detailed recounting of the Pahalgam attack, which Indian officials attributed to militant groups including Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen. Citing the incident as the catalyst for Operation Sindoor, the authors describe a series of coordinated strikes on nine alleged terrorist facilities, including locations in Bahawalpur and Muridke. The name of the operation — “Sindoor,” referencing the vermilion symbol of justice in Indian tradition — reflects both its cultural resonance and strategic intent.
Bhondekar and Chattaraj draw upon a range of sources, including anonymized military personnel, intelligence officers, and residents of PoJK, to present human stories alongside military and diplomatic analysis. The book also examines the broader implications of the strikes: a shift in regional security calculations, renewed diplomatic tensions between India and Pakistan, and mixed international reactions ranging from support for counterterrorism efforts to calls for restraint and dialogue.
In documenting the operational details, the book highlights the use of advanced weapons systems, including SCALP and BrahMos missiles, and loitering munitions. It explores the complexity of conducting precision operations in politically sensitive areas, while also acknowledging Pakistan’s official position, which includes denying terrorist infrastructure within its borders and accusing India of unwarranted aggression.
Critically, The Fire of Sindoor places Operation Sindoor within a larger historical context of India-Pakistan relations, tracing patterns of conflict, diplomacy, and unresolved territorial disputes. The authors analyze how past events have shaped the present confrontation, and what lessons might be drawn for future security and peace-building efforts.
Write India announced the launch of the book through its official Twitter (X) handle, while the authors also shared the news on their personal Twitter accounts.
Roshan Bhondekar, known for his narrative-driven approach to filmmaking and writing, brings a global and accessible tone to the work. Niloy Chattaraj contributes deep technical insight, with his background in electronic warfare and scientific analysis informing much of the strategic content. The combination of perspectives allows the book to bridge genres — from reportage to defense analysis — making it suitable for a wide audience, including policymakers, scholars, and the general public.
In a philanthropic gesture, the authors have pledged to donate all royalties from the book to Indian NGOs supporting orphaned children — an effort they describe as an extension of the book’s themes of justice and social responsibility.
The Fire of Sindoor enters a crowded field of geopolitical literature, yet its focus on a contemporary and controversial operation lends it a unique place in ongoing debates about counterterrorism, sovereignty, and ethical warfare. With its emphasis on clarity, balance, and emotional nuance, the book offers readers a thought-provoking lens on a pivotal moment in South Asia’s security narrative.
On June 24th, Roshan Bhondekar, co-author of the book The Fire of Sindoor, announced via Twitter (X) that the title has surged to the #1 spot in New Hot Releases under the Cold War category and trending the #3 position on the Bestseller list.
Available globally through Amazon, the release marks a significant addition to discussions surrounding modern warfare, diplomacy, and the human costs of ongoing regional conflicts. Whether it will reshape public discourse or deepen existing divisions remains uncertain, but The Fire of Sindoor invites engagement with one of the most pressing and complex geopolitical challenges of our time.
