In a dramatic and defiant response to India’s alleged cyber warfare and propaganda operations, a volunteer group of Pakistani hackers has launched a full-scale cyber counter-offensive code-named “Operation Salar,” hacking and defacing four major Indian websites in the opening salvo.
The hackers, who describe themselves as a volunteer cyber defence unit, announced the launch of Operation Salar — a coordinated digital campaign aimed at dismantling India’s online infrastructure in retaliation for Indian cyber attacks, anti-Pakistan content, and continued oppression in Indian-occupied Kashmir.
“We are a peaceful nation. But if our sovereignty, security, or dignity is challenged, we will not sit silently,” the hackers stated in a bold message accompanying the breaches. “Operation Salar is a warning, not the conclusion.”
According to sources familiar with the operation, the initial phase saw four key Indian websites compromised, with sensitive data extracted and the Pakistani national flag proudly displayed on the hacked portals.
India’s Cyber Fortress Breached
The hackers’ message accused India of sponsoring cyber terrorism, promoting anti-Pakistan narratives, and committing ongoing atrocities in Kashmir. The defacements were described as symbolic retaliation, and a declaration of intent for a broader campaign.
“This is not cyber mischief. This is a digital resistance. Every keystroke is a response to injustice.”
As the story gained traction, the hashtag #OperationSalar began trending across social media platforms in Pakistan. Users hailed the hackers as “cyber warriors”, with many calling this a “digital knockout blow” to Indian arrogance.
What’s Next?
Some users urged the group to expand the offensive — suggesting Indian media networks, financial systems, and even defence platforms as potential future targets.
Cyber security experts are now on high alert, with speculation mounting that Operation Salar may evolve into a sustained cyber war in South Asia’s increasingly volatile digital battleground.
One Message Echoes Loud and Clear:
Mess with Pakistan — and the response won’t just be on the ground… it will be on your screens.
