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PM Modi addresses the Lok Sabha during a special discussion on ‘Operation Sindoor’
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on 29 July 2025, during a special discussion on India’s strong, successful and decisive ‘Operation Sindoor’ in response to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Addressing the house, the Prime Minister recalled his interaction with the media fraternity at the beginning of the session, stating that he had appealed to all Honourable Members of Parliament by describing the session as a celebration of India’s victories and a tribute to India’s glory. Highlighting that ‘Vijay Utsav’ referring to the complete obliteration of terrorist headquarters, Shri Modi remarked that Vijayotsav represents the fulfillment of the solemn vow taken with sindoor — a tribute to national devotion and sacrifice. “Vijay Utsav is a testament to the valour and strength of India’s armed forces”, he emphasised, further stating that Vijayotsav celebrates the unity, willpower, and collective triumph of 140 crore Indians
Affirming that he has stood in the House with the spirit of victory to present India’s perspective, the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi stated that for those who fail to see India’s viewpoint, he has stood to hold up a mirror. He remarked that he has come to join his voice with the emotions of 140 crore citizens. Shri Modi emphasized that the resonance of these collective sentiments has been heard in the House, and he has risen to add his voice to that resounding spirit.
Expressing gratitude to the people of India for their unwavering support and blessings during Operation Sindoor, the Prime Minister stated that he remains indebted to the nation. He acknowledged the citizens’ collective resolve and conveyed appreciation for their role in the operation’s success.
The height of cruelty
The Prime Minister condemned the heinous incident that occurred in Pahalgam on 22 April 2025, where terrorists brutally shot innocent people after asking their religion — calling it the height of cruelty. He remarked that this was a calculated attempt to plunge India into the flames of violence and incite communal unrest. He thanked the people of India for defeating this conspiracy with unity and resilience.
Shri Modi recalled that after April 22, he issued a public statement, in English as well, to make India’s stance clear to the world. He declared it is India’s firm resolve to crush terrorism, emphasizing that even the masterminds will face punishment greater than imagination. The Prime Minister noted that he was on a foreign tour on April 22 but returned immediately to convene a high-level meeting. He stated that clear instructions were issued during the meeting to deliver a decisive response to terrorism, reiterating that this is a national commitment.
Strength, and courage of India’s armed forces
Affirming complete confidence in the capabilities, strength, and courage of India’s armed forces, Shri Modi stated that the military was given full operational freedom to decide the timing, location, and mode of response. The Prime Minister emphasized that these directives were clearly conveyed during the high-level meeting, and some aspects may have been reported in the media. He remarked with pride that the punishment delivered to the terrorists was so impactful that even their masterminds continue to lose sleep over it.
Targeted objectives in just 22 minutes
The Prime Minister stated that he wished to present India’s response and the success of its armed forces before the nation through the House. He remarked that following the Pahalgam attack, the Pakistani military had anticipated a major Indian response, prompting them to issue nuclear threats. Outlining the first dimension, he said that as scheduled, India executed its operation on the intervening night of 6th & 7th May 2025, rendering Pakistan unable to react, Shri Modi emphasized that the Indian armed forces avenged the April 22 attack by achieving their targeted objectives in just 22 minutes.
Highlights
• I have stood up in the House with the spirit of this Vijay Utsav to present India’s perspective.
• Operation Sindoor highlighted the power of a self-reliant India.
• During Operation Sindoor, the synergy of the Navy, Army and Air Force shook Pakistan to its core.
• India has made it clear that it will respond to terror on its own terms, won’t tolerate nuclear blackmail and will treat terror sponsors and masterminds alike.
• During Operation Sindoor, India garnered widespread global support.
• Operation Sindoor is ongoing. Any reckless move by Pakistan will be met with a firm response.
• A strong military at the borders ensures a vibrant and secure democracy.
• Operation Sindoor stands as clear evidence of the growing strength of India’s armed forces over the past decade.
• India has made it clear that blood and water cannot flow together.
Reached locations previously untouched
Shri Modi, presenting further outlined the second dimension of India’s strategic response through the House, remarked that although India has fought multiple wars with Pakistan in the past, this was the first time a strategy was executed that reached locations previously untouched. He highlighted that terrorist hideouts across Pakistan were decisively targeted, including areas no one imagined India could reach. He specifically mentioned Bahawalpur and Muridke, stating that these bases were razed to the ground, affirming that India’s armed forces had successfully destroyed terrorist bases.
Pakistan’s nuclear threats were proven hollow
Shri Modi emphasized the third dimension that Pakistan’s nuclear threats were proven hollow, and India has demonstrated that nuclear blackmailing will no longer be tolerated and nor will India ever bow before it.
Demonstrated its advanced technological
Outlining the fourth dimension of India’s strategic response under Operation Sindoor, the Prime Minister stated that India demonstrated its advanced technological capabilities by delivering precise strikes deep within Pakistani territory, resulting in significant damage to Pakistan’s air base assets—many of which, he added, remain in critical condition. He remarked that we are now in an era of technology-driven warfare, and Operation Sindoor proved India’s mastery in this domain. Emphasizing that had India not undertaken the last ten years of preparedness, the country could have faced immense losses in this technological era, Shri Modi presented the fifth dimension, the Prime Minister stated that for the first time, the world has witnessed the strength of an Atmanirbhar Bharat during Operation Sindoor. He highlighted the effectiveness of Made-in-India drones and missiles, which exposed vulnerabilities in Pakistan’s weapons systems.
Highlighting a significant achievement in India’s defence structure—referring to his announcement of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), the Prime Minister remarked that Operation Sindoor witnessed a joint action by the Navy, Army, and Air Force, and the synergy between these forces rattled Pakistan comprehensively.
India will strike back and eliminate
Shri Modi stated that while terrorist incidents had occurred in India earlier as well, the masterminds were previously undisturbed and continued planning future attacks with impunity. He emphasized that the situation has now changed. Today, after every strike, the masterminds lose sleep—knowing that India will strike back and eliminate threats with precision. The Prime Minister asserted that India has established a “new normal”.
Emphasizing that the global community has now witnessed the vast scale and reach of India’s strategic operations, stating that strikes were conducted across Pakistan from Sindoor to Sindhu, Shri Modi remarked that Operation Sindoor has established
Operation Sindoor has established a new doctrine: any terrorist attack on India will result in a heavy cost for its masterminds and for Pakistan itself
a new doctrine: any terrorist attack on India will result in a heavy cost for its masterminds and for Pakistan itself.
Three clear principles arising from Operation
The Prime Minister outlined three clear principles arising from Operation Sindoor. First, India will respond to terrorist attacks on its own terms, in its own way, and at its chosen time. Second, Nuclear blackmail of any kind will no longer be tolerated. Thirdly, India will not distinguish between terrorist sponsors and the masterminds behind such attacks.
Shri Modi informed the House with clarity on global support for India’s actions during Operation Sindoor. He stated that no country in the world objected to India taking necessary action in defence of its national security. The Prime Minister emphasized that out of the 193 member nations of the United Nations, only three issued statements in support of Pakistan during the operation. He remarked that India received widespread backing from countries across the globe—including strategic groupings like QUAD and BRICS, and nations such as France, Russia, and Germany. The Prime Minister asserted that the international community stood in strong support of India.
Expressing deep disappointment that while India received support from the global community, the valour of the nation’s soldiers did not find backing from the opposition, Shri Modi remarked that just days after the April 22 terrorist attack, certain opposition leaders began mocking the government and alleged failure. The Prime Minister said this mockery, and their indulgence in political opportunism even in the wake of the Pahalgam killings, reflected a disregard for national grief. He stated that such statements were not only petty but demoralizing for India’s security forces. Shri Modi emphasized that some opposition leaders neither believe in India’s strength nor in the capabilities of its armed forces, and continue to cast doubt on Operation Sindoor. He asserted that chasing headlines might serve political interests, but it will not earn the trust or respect of the people.
The Prime Minister stated that on 10 May 2025, India announced the cessation of operations under Operation Sindoor. He acknowledged that this announcement led to varied speculations, which he described as propaganda originating from across the border. He criticized those who chose to amplify Pakistan’s disinformation instead of relying on the facts presented by India’s armed forces, and reaffirmed that India’s stance has always remained clear and resolute.
Clear objective to destroy terrorist launch pads
Recalling India’s targeted military operations over the years, emphasizing the strategic clarity and execution involved, Shri Modi stated that during the surgical strikes, India set a clear objective to destroy terrorist launch pads within enemy territory, which was accomplished overnight before sunrise. He remarked that in the Balakot air strikes, India targeted terrorist training centres and successfully carried out the mission. The Prime Minister emphasized that under Operation Sindoor, India again operated with a clearly defined objective—striking the epicentre of terror and the infrastructure behind the Pahalgam attackers, including their planning bases, training hubs, funding sources, tracking and technical support, and arms supply chains. “India precisely attacked the nerve centre of these terrorists and dismantled the core of their operations”, said the PM.
Repeated efforts to question and diminish India’s military achievements
Highlighting repeated efforts to question and diminish India’s military achievements, Shri Modi stated that after India’s successful surgical strikes, opposition leaders demanded proof from the armed forces. He noted that as public sentiment shifted in favour of the military, Opposition leaders changed their stance—claiming they had also conducted such strikes citing differing numbers, from three to fifteen surgical strikes.
The Prime Minister remarked that following the Balakot air strikes, the Opposition could not challenge the operation outright but instead began demanding photographic evidence. He observed that they repeatedly asked where the strike hit, what was destroyed, how many were killed—questions, he pointed out, that echoed Pakistan’s own rhetoric.
After India’s successful surgical strikes, opposition leaders demanded proof from the armed forces
The Prime Minister remarked that when Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan was captured by Pakistan, celebrations in that country were expected. However, some individuals within India began whispering doubts, suggesting that the Prime Minister was in trouble and questioning whether Abhinandan would be brought back.
Shri Modi further stated that after the Pahalgam attack, when a BSF soldier was taken captive by Pakistan, certain groups believed they had gained a major opportunity to corner the government. He highlighted that their ecosystem spread numerous narratives across social media—raising speculative questions about the soldier’s fate, his family’s condition, and the likelihood of his return. He emphasized that despite these attempts, India responded with clarity and dignity, dispelling misinformation and reaffirming its commitment to protecting every soldier.
Stating that the BSF soldier captured after the Pahalgam incident also returned with honour and dignity, Shri Modi remarked that terrorists were grieving, their handlers were grieving—and seeing them, some individuals within India appeared to grieve as well. He observed that during the surgical strikes, attempts were made to play political games which failed to gain traction. During the air strike, similar attempts were made, but those too collapsed. He noted that when Operation Sindoor took place, critics shifted their stance again, first refusing to acknowledge the operation, then questioning why it was stopped. He commented that those opposing always seek a reason to object.
Highlighting that the Opposition has long displayed a negative attitude towards the armed forces, the Prime Minister pointed out that even during the recent commemoration of Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Opposition neither celebrated the victory nor acknowledged its significance.
India’s air defence neutralized all of them
Underlining that while discussions often focus on one part of Operation Sindoor, Shri Modi there are moments of national pride and demonstrations of strength that also deserve attention. He praised India’s air defence systems, noting that they are widely acknowledged across the world and that they had dismantled Pakistan’s missiles and drones “like straw.” He cited data that on 9 May, Pakistan attempted a major offensive involving approximately one thousand missiles and armed drones targeting India. The Prime Minister emphasized that had these missiles landed, they would have caused widespread destruction. Instead, India’s air defence neutralized all of them mid-air. He stated that this achievement fills every citizen with pride.
Criticizing that Pakistan spread false reports about an attack on the Adampur airbase and attempted to widely promote that lie, Shri Modi stated that he personally visited Adampur the very next day and exposed the falsehoods on ground, making it clear that such misinformation would no longer succeed.
The Prime Minister criticized that the current Opposition has governed India for a significant period and is fully aware of how administrative systems function. He expressed concern that despite this experience, they consistently refused to accept official clarifications. Shri Modi noted that whether it is a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs, repeated responses from the External Affairs Minister, or clarifications from the Home and Defence Ministers, the opposition refuses to trust them. He questioned how a party that has ruled for decades could show such lack of faith in the nation’s institutions, asserting that opposition now seems to operate according to Pakistan’s remote control, with its stance shifting accordingly.
India’s military empowerment
“Operation Sindoor stands as direct evidence of India’s military empowerment over the past decade”, exclaimed the Prime Minister, noting that such strength did not emerge spontaneously, but was the result of focused effort—contrasting it with Opposition’s tenure, during which self-reliance in defence was not even considered. He remarked that even today, the term “self-reliance,” rooted in Gandhian philosophy, is mocked.
The Prime Minister recalled that a decade ago, Indians resolved to build a strong, self-reliant, and modern nation, prompting a series of security reforms that were implemented for the first time since independence. He noted that the appointment of the Chief of Defence Staff was a major reform—one that had long been debated
The rising demand for Indian weaponry would strengthen domestic industries, empower MSMEs, and create employment for youth
and practiced globally, yet never executed in India. He applauded the wholehearted support and acceptance of this system by all three services.
‘Make in India’
Underscoring that ‘Make in India’ in the defence sector was never merely a slogan, Shri Modi stated that budgetary increases, policy changes, and new initiatives were undertaken with a clear vision, enabling rapid progress in indigenous defence manufacturing. He highlighted that in the past decade, India’s defence budget has nearly tripled. Defence production has increased by approximately 250 percent, and defence exports have surged over 30 times in the last 11 years, now reaching nearly 100 countries.
The Prime Minister remarked that certain milestones have had a lasting impact on history, stating that Operation Sindoor has firmly positioned India within the global defence market. He noted that the rising demand for Indian weaponry would strengthen domestic industries, empower MSMEs, and create employment for youth. He affirmed that young Indians are now showcasing India’s strength through their innovations.
Opposition never had a clear vision
The Prime Minister asserted that the opposition has never had a clear vision for national security and has consistently compromised on it. He stated that those now questioning why Pakistan-occupied Kashmir hasn’t been reclaimed must first answer who allowed Pakistan to take control of it in the first place.
Strongly criticizing post-independence decisions that continue to burden the nation, Shri Modi highlighted that critical misjudgements led to the loss of 38,000 square kilometers of Indian territory in Aksai Chin, which was wrongly labeled as barren land. He remarked that between 1962 and 1963, the then-ruling party leaders had proposed surrendering key regions in Jammu & Kashmir, including Poonch, Uri, Neelam Valley, and Kishanganga.
PM praised the Indian delegations
The Prime Minister praised the Indian delegations who, with conviction and clarity, represented the nation globally. Their advocacy, he said, echoed the ‘Sindoor Spirit’ that now guides India’s posture both within and beyond its borders.
Expressing dismay over the reaction of some opposition leaders who allegedly opposed India’s assertive global messaging, the Prime Minister lamented attempts to silence those who spoke in the House in defense of the nation. Addressing this mindset, he shared a poetic expression that called for courageous and purposeful discourse.
Shri Modi urged the opposition to abandon political pressures that allegedly led to leniency towards Pakistan and warned against turning moments of national triumph into political ridicule.
The Prime Minister made it unequivocally clear: India will dismantle terrorism at its roots. Operation Sindoor remains ongoing, serving as a direct warning to Pakistan—until cross-border terrorism is halted, India will continue its responsive actions.
Shri Modi concluded with a firm resolve to ensure India’s future remains safe and prosperous, and expressed deep gratitude to the House for engaging in meaningful deliberation that reflects the sentiments of the people.