During a rally in Bikaner, Rajasthan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a strong message against terrorism while referencing the recent Pahalgam attack that occurred on April 22. He stated that India had given a powerful response by destroying nine terrorist hideouts in just 22 minutes in what he referred to as “Operation Sindoor.”
“Operation Sindoor Showed New India’s Might”
PM Modi emphasized that the brutal assault, where terrorists attacked women after confirming their religion, had shaken the entire country. “140 crore Indians vowed to wipe out terrorism,” he said, adding that the government gave full operational freedom to the Army, Navy, and Air Force. He claimed that the coordinated operation forced Pakistan to its knees, and declared, “When Sindoor turns into gunpowder, the enemies see a different India.”
“Every Drop of Blood Avenged”
In an emotionally charged statement, Modi said, “Those who tried to erase the sindoor from our sisters' foreheads have been reduced to dust.” He promised that India would retaliate for every drop of blood shed, and added that countries which boasted about their weapons are now “buried under debris.”
He continued: “This is not just a matter of revenge; it’s a new definition of justice. This is not mere anger—it is the collective fury of 140 crore Indians.”
Echoes of Balakot
PM Modi pointed out the symbolic parallel that both after the 2019 Balakot airstrikes and after Operation Sindoor, his first public addresses were held at border regions in Rajasthan, calling it a "Veer Bhoomi" (land of the brave).
"New India’s Terror Doctrine"
The Prime Minister outlined three principles of India’s approach to terrorism:
- The timing and method of retaliation will be decided by the armed forces.
- India will not be intimidated by threats, including nuclear blackmail.
- Those who support or harbor terrorists will be treated as equally culpable.
He also stated that the real face of Pakistan is being exposed globally and reaffirmed that Pakistan has never won a direct conflict with India, always suffering defeat.
“Hot Vermilion Flows in My Veins”
Striking a personal and patriotic tone, Modi said, “My mind remains calm, but it’s not blood—it's hot vermilion flowing in my veins.” He warned that Pakistan will pay a heavy price, not just militarily but also economically. “There will be no talks or trade with Pakistan—only talk about Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK),” he declared.
Retaliation Against Airbase Attack Attempt
Modi also revealed that Pakistan had attempted to target the Nal airbase near Bikaner but failed. In contrast, he claimed, Pakistan’s Rahim Yar Khan airbase is now lying in “ICU condition.” He warned that India will not share its rightful water with Pakistan and declared that security is key to building a developed India, with strength in every corner of the nation.
