The Indo-Pakistan War of 1971 stands as a pivotal moment in history, culminating in the creation of Bangladesh. Sparked by the liberation movement in East Pakistan, the conflict showcased India’s swift and meticulously coordinated military campaign. The Indo-Pakistan War of 1971, counted among the shortest wars in history, was a military combat between India and Pakistan that took place during the Bangladesh liberation war in East Pakistan. The Indo-Pakistani War started after Pakistan launched pre-emptive aerial strikes on eleven Indian Air Force stations in North India on December 3, 1971. What caused the Bangladesh liberation war? What was India’s role and significance in it? Read to know about the Indo Pak war 1971 here. The Indian XXXIII Corps (20 Mtn Div, 71 Mtn Bde) conducted operations between the Jamuna and Padma rivers in the north-western sector of East Pakistan. The sector was defended by 16 Pak Div and 3000 para-military forces. While the Brigade advanced on Pachagarh-Thakurgaon axis, the Div attacked the waist line of the sector i.e. Hilli area. It was finally reduced on 11 December 1971. The corps also captured enemy strongholds of Rangpur and Bogra on the 16th. During the war it inflicted heavy ...
