Op Sindoor sent strong global anti-terror message: Rajnath

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said Operation Sindoor conveyed an unequivocal global message that India is no longer bound by the old mindset of merely issuing diplomatic statements when terror attacks are perpetrated on its soil.  He also said, “India is recognised globally for IT (Information Technology) and Pakistan for IT (International Terrorism).”

Making these assertions, he underlined that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government has moved beyond mere intent and rhetoric by demonstrating its unwavering commitment through decisive action.

Addressing a National Security Summit, Rajnath Singh asserted that the Government has maintained a firm stance that any act of terrorism, under any circumstances, will not be tolerated. He described the surgical strikes, air strikes, and Operation Sindoor as a manifestation of the Government’s resolute stance against the menace.

“Terrorism emanates from a distorted and perverse mindset. It casts a dark stain on humanity. The battle against terrorism is not merely a matter of national security; it is, fundamentally, a battle to safeguard the core values of humanity. It is a fight against a barbaric ideology that stands in direct opposition to every human value.

We have articulated this Indian perspective, both within the country and abroad,” the defence minister said.  He added that as long as terrorism exists, it will continue to challenge collective peace, development, and prosperity.

On Pakistan’s continuous support to terrorism, Rajnath Singh said: “Both, India and Pakistan attained independence at the same time. However, today India is recognised globally for IT ie, ‘Information Technology’, while Pakistan is regarded as the epicentre of a different IT ie, ‘International Terrorism’”.

Rajnath Singh termed Operation Sindoor as a shining example of jointness and synergy of the Indian Defence Forces. He stated that the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force acted in concert and under a unified plan, demonstrating conclusively that India’s military might no longer operates in silos; instead, it has emerged as a joint, integrated, and global power.

The defence minister added that India executed Operation Sindoor on its own terms and at a time of its own choosing.