Op Sindoor showcased power of precision logistics: Rajnath

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday credited the success of Operation Sindoor to seamless logistics management, calling it a decisive factor that enabled swift mobilisation and operational efficiency.

“Wars today are not won just with guns and bullets, but with their timely delivery,” Singh said, addressing the convocation ceremony of Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) in Vadodara via video. “Operation Sindoor was a vivid example of what excellent logistics can achieve,” he added.

The Defence Minister stressed that logistics must be viewed through the lens of strategic importance, rather than merely as a support function. “Whether it’s soldiers at the frontlines or disaster relief teams, without proper coordination and resource management, even the strongest of intentions can falter. Logistics is the power that transforms chaos into control,” he said.

Singh also spoke about the upcoming National Logistics Policy, aimed at building an integrated, efficient and cost-effective logistics ecosystem. “Our goal is to reduce logistics costs from the current 13-14 per cent to levels seen in developed countries. This will enhance the global competitiveness of Indian products and drive growth across sectors,” he said, noting the importance of data-driven decision-making in the new framework.

The Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, established in 2022 under the Ministry of Railways, is India’s first university dedicated to creating skilled talent in the logistics and transportation sectors.