Has Op Sindoor Delivered a Heavy ‘Dose’ to Pakistan?
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Operation Sindoor sends a strong message to Pakistan.
- Importance of vigilance against external and internal threats.
- Government's commitment to infrastructure development in border areas.
- Role of armed forces in achieving Viksit Bharat@2047.
- Focus on modern warfare strategies and technological advancements.
Jaisalmer, Oct 23 (NationPress) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated on Thursday that the significant “dose” delivered to Pakistan during ‘Operation Sindoor’ will discourage any future acts of aggression for an extended period.
Speaking at the Army Commanders’ Conference in the desert city near the Pakistan border, the Defence Minister remarked, “Although Pakistan has received a heavy dose through Operation Sindoor, if it considers any trouble-making now, it should reconsider a hundred times.”
“Should Pakistan attempt any mischief, it must be fully aware of the consequences of such actions,” he emphasized, noting that Operation Sindoor remains active, albeit temporarily suspended.
He shared an anecdote from the Ramayana, indicating that during Operation Sindoor, pilots merely tested the waters, but soon eliminated their targets.
“If our pilots engage in a real operation, it’s merely a matter of imagination how they would leave Pakistan post-attack,” he stated.
The Defence Minister asserted that both external and internal enemies must be monitored closely, with robust measures taken against them.
Rajnath Singh reiterated the government's commitment to enhancing infrastructure and fostering development in border regions.
“As development efforts grow in the area, I am confident you will benefit from them,” he mentioned.
He urged commanders to remain vigilant in the Pakistan border region, stating that the armed forces play a crucial role in realizing Viksit Bharat@2047.
“On one hand, you must protect our borders, while on the other, you must contribute to building a developed India,” he added.
This three-day visit to Jaisalmer began on Thursday. Defence sources indicate that the conference has gathered the Army Chief and senior commanders to discuss border security along India’s western frontier, modern warfare strategies, and advancements in defence technology.
Discussions will also assess the Army’s ongoing “Year of Reforms”, focusing on structural and technological modernization efforts.
On the second day of his visit, Rajnath Singh will go to the Longewala border post to pay tribute to soldiers who died in the 1971 Indo-Pak war.