Operation Sindoor not just military mission, but reflection of changing India: Modi

Addressing the nation through his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister said, "Today the entire country is united against terrorism, filled with anger and determination."

New Delhi: Hailing Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said it was not just a military mission; it had lent a new confidence and enthusiasm to the fight against terrorism across the world.

Operation Sindoor is also "the face of a changing India" that reflects the country's resolve, courage, and growing strength on the global stage, the PM said in his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat.

"Today the entire country is united against terrorism, filled with anger and determination." Modi hailed Operation Sindoor as a turning point in the global fight against terror, describing it as a symbol of India's growing strength and clarity of purpose.

"Thousands of people came out holding the tricolour to pay their respects and honour to the country's armed forces. In many a city, a large number of youth came together to become Civil Defence Volunteers. Poems were being written on social media, songs of resolve were being sung," the PM said.

He talked about a recent visit to Bikaner where he was gifted paintings made by children.

"In cities like Katihar and Kushinagar, families named their newborns 'Sindoor' in honour of the operation," he said.

The PM credited India's home-grown defence capabilities for the mission's success, following the spirit of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'.

Modi noted a renewed energy across the country towards the 'Vocal for Local' campaign post-Operation Sindoor, saying the mission had not just inspired patriotism but also strengthened the spirit of self-reliance.

"I urge all of you too… come, let us take a pledge on this occasion – wherever possible in our lives, we will accord priority to products made in the country. This is not just a matter of economic self-reliance… it is a feeling of participation in nation-building. One step of ours can become a huge contribution to the progress of India," he said.