Enemy surrendered in 22 minutes: PM on Op Sindoor

India's military forced the enemy to surrender in 22 minutes using weapons made in India during Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday, further emphasizing that last month's military operation against Pakistan projected India's stringent policy against terrorism to the world.

- Snehashish Roy

NEW DELHI:

Speaking at an event marking the centenary celebration of the historic meeting between social reformer Sree Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi, the Prime Minister said the recent military operation showcased the strength of Indian-made weapons and the decisiveness of the country's armed forces.

"The world has recently witnessed India's capacity. Operation Sindoor has clarified India's stringent policy against terrorism. We showcased that there is no place safe for those who shed the blood of Indians," PM Modi said at the event held at Vigyan Bhawan in the Capital, adding that India now takes every step guided solely by its national interest.

Emphasizing India's move towards self-reliance in defense, Modi said the country has significantly reduced its strategic dependence on foreign powers.

"Its impact was visible during Operation Sindoor. Our soldiers forced the enemy to surrender within 22 minutes using weapons made in India," he said. He expressed hope that Indian-made weapons would become globally influential in the years to come.