Operation Black Thunder was:

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Operation Black Thunder refers to two operations conducted by Indian security forces in 1986 and 1988 to flush out terrorists who had taken refuge inside the Golden Temple in Amritsar, Punjab. These operations were carried out with precision and minimal damage to the temple complex, in stark contrast to the earlier Operation Blue Star in 1984.
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1. Operation Black Thunder Key Details:
· First Operation (1986): Targeted terrorists who had regrouped in the Golden Temple.
· Second Operation (1988): A more significant crackdown, using NSG commandos and Punjab Police.
· Focused on minimizing damage to the holy site and avoiding public backlash.
2. Outcomes:
· Successfully cleared the temple of militants.
· Marked a turning point in India’s counterinsurgency efforts in Punjab.