Draft:Captue of Munabao Village (1965 indo-pak war)
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Comment: This simply does not meet WP:NEVENT with your current sources. Qcne (talk) 20:46, 9 January 2024 (UTC)
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In 1965, a significant event unfolded in Munabao on September 8. Pakistani forces began attacking and successfully overran the Indian forces present in the area of Munabao.
Before the Attack
On September 8, 1965, a company of five Maratha Light Infantry (about 200 soldiers) was sent to reinforce the Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC) post in Munabao, Rajasthan, positioned about 250 kilometers from Jodhpur. Their mission was simple: hold the post and prevent Pakistani infantry battalions from overrunning it. Simultaneously, plans were set in motion to send a company of three Guards, accompanied by a 954 heavy mortar battery, to further fortify the Munabao post. The stage was set for a crucial defensive strategy.[1][2]
During the Attack
| Attack on Munabao | |||||||
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| Part of Indo-Pakistani war of 1965 | |||||||
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 Pakistan |
 India | ||||||
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 Pakistan Air Force (Air support) |
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| Casualties and losses | |||||||
| Unknown | >200 | ||||||
The situation at Munabao escalated rapidly as the Indian company faced an intense and sustained attack. Despite their best efforts, they struggled to repel the enemy onslaught, managing to hold the post for a mere 24 hours. The reinforcements, comprising three Guards and the heavy mortar battery, were thwarted in their attempts to reach Munabao. The Pakistani Air Force played a decisive role, strafing the area and even targeting a reinforcement train near Gadra Road railway station. The fall of Munabao on September 10 marked a significant setback in the defense, highlighting the challenges faced during the intense confrontation.
Aftermath
The capture of Munabao proved to be a pivotal moment in the conflict. While it marked a setback for Indian forces, it also had a positive impact on the Pakistani offensives in Rajasthan. The successful takeover of Munabao provided strategic leverage to Pakistani forces, disrupting Indian defensive lines and potentially influencing subsequent operations in the region. The inability to reinforce the post and the challenges faced during the defense allowed Pakistan to consolidate its gains, altering the dynamics of the conflict in Rajasthan in their favor. The aftermath of Munabao's fall reflected a turning point that favored the Pakistani military strategy in the region.
References[edit]
- ^ "1965: A war". NEWSLAB. 2020-09-06. Retrieved 2024-01-09.
- ^ "Army cries out for a second railway line between Barmer and Jaisalmer - Hindustan Times". 2011-06-05. Archived from the original on 2011-06-05. Retrieved 2024-01-09.