Rajnath hails India’s action against Pak as model of self-reliance

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in an address to soldiers on the eve of Independence Day, said India’s actions during Operation Sindoor were a shining example of precise and successful military strategy.

The operation provided a glimpse of a new vision, technological advancements and self-reliance, the minister said in his message that was broadcast on All India Radio.

He said India’s response was balanced, and that cutting-edge apparatus such as drone war, layered air defence, electronic warfare and network-centric operation proved that the country was no longer dependent on foreign technology.

Rajnath recollected the start of Operation Sindoor (on May 7), saying within a few minutes, nine terror training camps, including the headquarters of Lashkar-e-Toiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, were destroyed by precise missile attacks, and no civilian areas and Pakistani military establishments were targeted.

“The armed forces neither crossed the Line of Control nor violated the international border, yet managed to give a crushing blow to the terror infrastructure hidden within the enemy’s territory,” the minister said. This, he said, was a new art of warfare; India was no longer bound by traditional boundaries, but was using modern technology, accurate intelligence and smart military strategies. “It was a clear message from India that we are tolerant, but when it comes to the safety of our people and the dignity of our country, we unite and face every challenge boldly.”

“The terror attack at Pahalgam in J&K on April 22 was not just an attack, but a direct blow to our courage, unity and integrity,” the minister said.