PM Modi: World witnessed strength of Indian armed forces during Operation Sindoor

Describing the current monsoon session of Parliament as a celebration of India’s victories, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the world witnessed the strength and capability of Indian armed forces during ”Operation Sindoor” when they achieved their targeted objectives with 100 per cent success.

”In just 22 minutes, under Operation Sindoor, India’s forces neutralised high-value targets at their own bases (in Pakistan),” he said, addressing the media on the opening day of the Parliament session.

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The PM mentioned that he had announced this operation at a public event in Bihar, and the armed forces proved their mettle swiftly.
Noting the growing global interest in India’s emerging “Made in India” defence capabilities, he said world leaders expressed admiration for India’s indigenously developed military equipment during his recent interactions with them.

The PM expressed confidence that as Parliament unites to celebrate this victory in one voice during the session, it will further energize and encourage India’s military strength. This collective spirit, he said, will also inspire citizens and lend momentum to defence sector research, innovation, and manufacturing, creating new employment opportunities for India’s youth.

Recalling the brutal killings in Pahalgam that shocked the world and brought global attention to terrorism and its sponsors, he remarked that in response, representatives from most political parties and states rose above partisan interests and embarked on international outreach in the service of the nation. He highlighted the success of this unified diplomatic campaign, which exposed Pakistan as a sponsor of terrorism on the global stage.

Mr Modi expressed deep appreciation for the MPs and political parties that carried out this vital national initiative. He stated that their efforts created a positive environment in the country and opened the minds of the international community to India’s perspective on terrorism.

He said the current Parliament session is a moment of great pride for the nation for another reason. In this connection, he spoke about the historic moment when the Indian tricolour flag was unfurled at the International Space Station for the first time, calling it a source of immense pride for every Indian citizen.

He emphasized that this achievement has sparked new enthusiasm and excitement across the country for science, technology, and innovation. Mr Modi further noted that the entire Parliament, as well as the people of India, are united in expressing their pride in this accomplishment. This collective celebration, he said, will serve as inspiration and encouragement for India’s future space exploration missions.

The PM observed that this decade reflects peace and progress advancing hand in hand, with a continuous sense of development at every step. He highlighted that the nation has long suffered from various violent incidents, be it terrorism or Naxalism, which have persisted since independence.

Remarking that the geographical spread of Naxalism and Maoism is now rapidly shrinking, Mr Modi stated that India’s security forces, with renewed confidence and accelerated efforts, are progressing steadily toward the goal of eliminating Naxalism and Maoism. He affirmed with pride that hundreds of districts across the country are now breathing free, having emerged from the grip of Naxal violence.

The PM emphasized that India’s Constitution is triumphing over weapons and violence. He noted that former ‘Red Corridor’ areas are now visibly transforming into ‘Green Growth Zones’, signaling a promising future for the country.

Highlighting that when his government took charge in 2014, India was part of the Fragile Five economies, the PM said that at that time, India held the tenth position in the global economic rankings. Today, India is moving rapidly toward becoming the world’s third-largest economy and is knocking on the doors of that milestone. He emphasized that 25 crore people have emerged from poverty, a transformation that has been widely recognized and appreciated by global institutions.

Mr Modi noted that before 2014, India grappled with double-digit inflation. “Today, with inflation rates hovering around 2 per cent, citizens are experiencing relief and improved ease of living. The low inflation coupled with high growth reflects a strong and steady development journey”, he stated.

“Initiatives like Digital India and Unified Payments Interface (UPI) are showcasing India’s emerging capabilities to the world, with global recognition and interest in India’s digital ecosystem rapidly increasing”, said the PM. He remarked that UPI has established a strong presence in the fintech domain. He emphasized that India leads the world in real-time digital transactions, recording more than any other country globally.