On the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, Air Marshal (Retd) Sanjeev Kapoor praised the operation's impact on India's air power and regional deterrence. The operation, which included standoff strikes on May 7, 2025, was noted for its precision, causing no collateral damage to civilian infrastructure. A key moment came on May 10, when India deployed the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, successfully targeting 11 Pakistani airfields in just 45 minutes. This decisive action led to a ceasefire and underscored the Indian Air Force's capabilities. Kapoor highlighted that the operation served as a testing ground for Chinese military hardware, exposing their systems to real combat conditions. He emphasized the importance of strategic self-reliance, noting advancements in India's defence technology, including the AMCA fifth-generation fighter program and the government's bid for 114 Rafale jets. The involvement of private companies like Tata and L&T in developing fighter jet prototypes marks a shift from the traditional monopoly of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Kapoor concluded by stating that Operation Sindoor has positioned India as a potential arms exporter, with increasing global demand for Indian defence products.