Prime Minister Narendra Modi has outlined India’s unwavering commitment to combat terrorism, following the success of Operation Sindoor. Addressing the nation yesterday evening, Mr Modi said that the world has seen India’s capabilities, and it is clear terrorists will no longer be spared. Prime Minister said, Operation Sindoor has sent an unambiguous message to terrorist groups and their supporters that any attack on India and its citizens will be met with full force.
Mr Modi said that India will not engage in any discussions with Pakistan except those concerning terrorism and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). He criticised the Pakistani government and military for supporting terrorism, warning that such actions could lead to their downfall.
Prime Minister said that the temporary suspension of Operation Sindoor is not a conclusion as India will continue to assess Pakistan’s every move in the coming days to ensure that its future actions align with its commitments. Mr Modi said that within the first three days of the launch of Operation Sindoor, Pakistan suffered destruction far beyond its expectations. Mr Modi mentioned that following India’s aggressive countermeasures, Pakistan began seeking ways to de-escalate, appealing to the global community for relief from rising tensions. The Prime Minister revealed that, after suffering severe losses, Pakistan’s military reached out to India’s Director General Military Operations-DGMO on the 10th of May. Mr Modi noted that Pakistan, in its appeal, assured that it would cease all terrorist activities and military aggression against India. Mr Modi said, in light of this statement, India reviewed the situation and decided to temporarily suspend its counter-operations against Pakistan’s terrorist and military installations.
Prime Minister Modi emphasised that Operation Sindoor is not just a name but a reflection of the emotions of millions of Indians. He described the Operation as an unwavering pledge to justice.
The Prime Minister declared that Operation Sindoor is now India’s established policy in the fight against terrorism, marking a decisive shift in India’s strategic approach. Mr Modi stated that the operation has set a new standard and a new normal in counter-terrorism measures.
The Prime Minister outlined three key pillars of India’s security doctrine, and the first pillar is the Decisive Retaliation. He said any terrorist attack on India will be met with a strong and resolute response. The second is No Tolerance for Nuclear Blackmail, as India will not be intimidated by nuclear threats. Mr Modi said that the third pillar is No Distinction Between Terror Sponsors and Terrorists, as India will no longer see terrorist leaders and the governments sheltering them as separate entities.
Mr Modi pointed out that during Operation Sindoor, the world once again witnessed Pakistan’s disturbing reality, with senior Pakistani military officials openly attending funerals of eliminated terrorists, proving Pakistan’s deep involvement in state-sponsored terrorism. The Prime Minister reaffirmed that India will continue taking decisive steps to safeguard its citizens against any threat.
Underscoring that unity is India’s greatest strength in the fight against all forms of terrorism, the Prime Minister reaffirmed that while this era is not one of war, it cannot be one of terrorism either. He emphasised that Zero Tolerance against terrorism is the guarantee of a better and safer world.
Prime Minister Modi criticised Pakistan’s military and government for continuously nurturing terrorism, and warned that such actions will eventually lead to Pakistan’s downfall. He declared that if Pakistan seeks survival, it must dismantle its terror infrastructure, as there is no other path to peace. He reaffirmed India’s firm stance, stating that terror and talks cannot coexist, terror and trade cannot go hand in hand, and blood and water cannot flow together. Mr Modi sent a firm message to the world that any discussions with Pakistan will focus solely on terrorism, and any negotiations with Pakistan will centre around Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK).
The Prime Minister saluted the armed forces, the military, the intelligence agencies and the scientists. He dedicated the valour, bravery, courage of armed forces under the Operation to every mother, sister and daughter of the country.
