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Operation Cactus: How India Saved Maldives in 1988

About: Operation Cactus was a rapid Indian military intervention carried out in Maldives in November 1988, when armed mercenaries attempted to overthrow President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom. As the capital city Malé fell under attack and hostages were taken, Maldives urgently sought international military assistance. When global powers hesitated, India responded within hours, launching one of the fastest overseas military operations in Indian history. Within just 16 hours, the Indian Army, Indian Air Force, and Indian Navy executed Operation Cactus (1988), airlifting paratroopers to Hulhulé airport, securing Malé, rescuing hostages, and intercepting fleeing militants at sea. This decisive mission not only saved the Maldivian government but also established India as a regional security power in the Indian Ocean. Topics covered in this video: ▶ Political background of Maldives before 1988 ▶ Why Maldives had no standing army ▶ The 3 November 1988 coup attempt in Maldives ▶ Role of PLOTE mercenaries ▶ President Gayoom’s SOS to India ▶ Emergency decision-making in New Delhi ▶ Planning of Operation Cactus ▶ Indian Air Force’s long-range airlift ▶ Indian Army paratroopers securing Malé ▶ Indian Navy’s interception operation ▶ Arrest of coup leaders and hostage rescue ▶ Impact of Operation Cactus (1988) on India’s military image #operationcactus #indianmilitary #parasf #Maldives1988 #coupattempt #indiamaldives #indianarmy #militaryoperation #specialforces This video is created for Educational Purpose only.