Col Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh tell Amitabh Bachchan the reason for Operation Sindoor: 'A response was necessary'

Col Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Commander Prerna Deosthalee

Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 has kicked off and is expected to see interesting guests on its first Friday special episode. On the occasion of Independence Day, the makers have invited Col Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Commander Prerna Deosthalee, best known for their involvement in Operation Sindoor. The makers recently shared a promo on Instagram, wherein the three decorated female officers were seen revealing the real motive behind the Operation Sindoor post the Pahalgam terror attack.

Reason for Operation Sindoor

Sharing a promo of the upcoming episode, the makers captioned the post as, "This 15th August, KBC hosts Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh & Commander Prerna Deosthalee in its Independence Day Maha Utsav Special Episode. Dekhiye Kaun Banega Crorepati ka Independence Day Maha Utsav special episode. 15th August raat 9 baje sirf #SonyEntertainmentTelevision and Sony LIV par."

In the video clip, the three are seen taking the hot seat. While talking to Amitabh Bachchan, Col Sofiay Qureshi addressed Operation Sindoor and said, "Pakistan yeh karta chala araha hai. Toh jawab dena banta tha, sir. Isiliye Operation Sindoor ko plan kiya gaya (Pakistan has been doing this. So a response was necessary. So Operation Sindoor was planned."

Big B was seen impressed by the response of the armed forces personnel. He is clearly amused by their courage, as he chants, "Bharat Mata Ki". The audience responds with a "Jai" in unison.

Col Sofiya and Wing Commander Vyomika were the crucial faces of the media briefings during Operation Sindoor, which was conducted in the early hours of May 7, 2025, following the Pahalgam terror attack. The deadly attack led to the killing of 26 tourists on the basis of their religion.

Kaun Banega Crorepati 17

The 17th season of the television game show Kaun Banega Crorepati premiered on August 11. Sony Entertainment Television had unveiled the new campaign for Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) Season 17, highlighting the spirit of today's India. Titled Jahaan Akal Hai, Wahaan Akad Hai', the campaign puts the spotlight firmly on how knowledge is empowering India, fuelling common man's ambitions, instilling confidence, and driving a bold 'Can Do' attitude.

In a statement, Amitabh had previously said that 'Kaun Banega Crorepati has always stood as a celebration of knowledge and the quiet pride that comes with it.
He added: "This year's campaign, Jahan Akal Hai, Wahan Akad Hai', captures that sentiment beautifully and encourages people to take pride in their intellect and to walk tall with the confidence that comes from truly knowing".

Kaun Banega Crorepati is the official Hindi adaptation of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? franchise. It is presented by actor Amitabh Bachchan, who has hosted the show for its entire run except for its third season, during which Shah Rukh Khan replaced him. The contestants are asked multiple-choice questions and must select the correct answer from four possible choices, and are provided with lifelines that may be used if they are uncertain.

(With inputs from IANS)