On July 28, 2025, Indian security forces announced a successful counter-terror operation near Srinagar, killing three alleged Pakistani terrorists, including the supposed mastermind of the Pahalgam massacre. Dubbed Operation Mahadev, the strike was hailed by Indian authorities and mainstream media as retribution and justice. But what evidence supports these claims? Have the identities and affiliations of the deceased been independently verified? What explains the timing—just as the Indian Parliament’s Monsoon Session was set to debate national security lapses and diplomatic fallout from earlier military operations? In this episode of Unraveled, Marvi Sirmed critically examines the facts, symbolism, and political backdrop of Operation Mahadev. From the religious connotations of its codename to the international silence on independent verification, we investigate what’s being said—and what’s being avoided. Key themes: 1. Facts and official narrative of Operation Mahadev 2. Allegations of staged encounters and lack of transparency 2. Political timing and parliamentary dynamics in India 4. Symbolic use of Hindu mythology in state actions 5. Human rights concerns in Kashmir and cross-border tensions Stay informed. Stay critical. Don’t settle for easy answers.