Indian Armed Forces officers share insights on Operation Sindoor in special episode airing on August 15
KBC 17 Returns with Independence Day Special
Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) Season 17, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, premiered on August 11, 2025. Ahead of Independence Day, the show will feature a special episode with esteemed officers from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
The episode is scheduled to air on Sony TV at 9 pm on August 15, 2025, and will also be available for streaming on Sony LIV.
Guests and Their Role
In the promo released by Sony TV, Amitabh Bachchan welcomed:
- Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Indian Army
- Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, Indian Air Force
- Commander Prerna Deosthalee, Indian Navy
The officers discussed Operation Sindoor, a series of targeted strikes on nine Pakistani terror camps carried out on May 7, 2025, in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.
Why Operation Sindoor Was Needed
Colonel Sofiya Qureshi explained the rationale behind the operation:
“Pakistan yeh karta chala aa raha hai. Toh jawab dena banta tha, sir. Isiliye Operation Sindoor ko plan kiya gaya.”
(Pakistan has been doing this for years; it was important to respond, which is why Operation Sindoor was planned.)
Wing Commander Vyomika Singh added details on the execution:
“Raat ko ek baj kar paanch minute se lekar dedh baje tak, pachhis minute me khel khatam kar diya.”
(At night, between 1:05 am and 1:30 am, the operation was completed in just 25 minutes.)
Commander Prerna Deosthalee confirmed the precision:
“Targets were destroyed and koi bhi civilians ko koi harm nahi hua tha.”
(Targets were destroyed and no civilians were harmed.)
Colonel Sofiya Qureshi concluded:
“This is a new India, with a new mindset.”
The promo ended with Amitabh Bachchan and the audience chanting “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” in unison, highlighting the spirit of the Independence Day episode.
Key Points
- Show: Kaun Banega Crorepati, Season 17
- Special Guests: Officers of Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force
- Topic: Operation Sindoor – targeted strikes on Pakistani terror camps
- Date & Time: August 15, 2025, 9 pm on Sony TV, streaming on Sony LIV
- Highlight: Strategic success with zero civilian casualties
The KBC 17 Independence Day special promises an insightful glimpse into Operation Sindoor, showcasing the courage and precision of the Indian Armed Forces. With officers sharing first-hand experiences, the episode highlights India’s strength, strategy, and commitment to national security. Don’t miss it this August 15 on Sony TV and Sony LIV.
