Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI:Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that ‘Operation Sindoor’ is a testimony to India’s up-to-date, up-to-the-mark, and up-to-the-standard defence preparedness, sharpened by the transformation of the defence sector by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government.
Stressing that achieving self-reliance requires a robust ecosystem for research, development, and innovation, led by start-ups, MSMEs, and young innovators, the Defence Minister described Aatmanirbharta in defence as the most significant initiative undertaken by the PM Modi-led government, said an official statement.
He described Operation Sindoor as a reminder of the unmatched valour of the Indian Defence Forces, which gave a befitting reply to terrorists and their patrons, reflecting the Government’s clear ‘zero tolerance’ stance against terrorism.
Rajnath Singh also credited the PM Modi-led government for its spirit of ‘Nation First’ and ‘Forces First’.
Rajnath emphasised that ‘zero tolerance against terrorism’ is not merely a statement but a line of action, reiterating that India can strike against terrorism not only at its doorstep but also by entering where it resides.
Rajnath asserted that India’s transformed defence sector played a pivotal role in the successful execution of a complex operation such as Operation Sindoor, describing it as a shining example of technological warfare and proof of the Government’s trust in Indian industries.
“Advanced systems such as Akash Teer, Akash missile system and BrahMos were effectively used during the operation alongside various other state-of-the-art equipment. This is due to the foundation laid over the past 12 years,” he said.
