Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that Operation Sindoor sent a powerful message to terrorists and their patrons that New India will no longer be a victim of terrorism, but respond with strength and strategy.

Interacting with soldiers at Northern Command, Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, yesterday, the Defence Minister commended the precision, coordination and courage of the Armed Forces and intelligence agencies in destroying terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK.

He asserted that India’s change in policy towards terrorism is a result of this unmatched valour and dedication.

The Defence Minister described Operation Sindoor as not just a military action, but a warning to the terrorists across the border and those who support terrorism. Defence Minister Singh described it as a restrained operation guided by justice, not provocation. He added that the Operation Sindoor is not over yet and  this is just a pause

On the eve of International Day of Yoga 2025, the Defence Minister urged the personnel to keep focusing on physical and mental well-being, underlining the importance of strength and wellness in a soldier’s life.

Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, and other senior Indian Army officials were present on the occasion.