In a direct address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Pakistan launched a desperate assault targeting India’s schools, colleges, temples, gurudwaras and civilian homes. But, he added, India’s air defence systems intercepted and destroyed every incoming missile and drone before they could cross the border.
"Pakistan targeted our schools, colleges, Gurudwara, temples, and residential areas. Pakistan targeted our sacred places. But in this, Pakistan itself was exposed. The world saw how Pakistan's drones and missiles scattered like stones in front of India. India's powerful air defence system destroyed them in the sky itself," PM Modi stated.
India struck first—and hard
According to Modi, India had already taken the initiative by launching Operation Sindoor in response to the 22 April terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 civilians were killed. In that attack, terrorists reportedly asked victims for their names before executing them in front of their families.
The Prime Minister recounted that India’s retaliatory strikes were not just symbolic—they were decisive. Using missiles and drones, the Indian military struck deep into Pakistan, destroying terror hubs in Bahawalpur and Muridke—locations that, Modi said, had long acted as global centres of terrorism.
"When Indian missiles and drones attacked terrorist bases in Pakistan, not only the buildings of terrorist organisations was shaken, but their courage was also shaken. Terrorist bases like Bhawalpur and Muridke have, in a way, been universities of global terrorism... The terrorists had stolen the sindoor of our sisters, that is why India demolished these terrorist headquarters. We killed more than 100 dangerous terrorists," he declared.
Pakistan left staggered by Indian strikes
Modi claimed that India’s action shocked Pakistan. “India destroyed Pakistan to such an extent in the first three days itself, which they could not even imagine,” he said.
He added that instead of joining India in the fight against terrorism, Pakistan retaliated in frustration. “India finished them off in one blow. Due to this action of India, Pakistan fell into deep despair. It was frustrated, and in this frustration, it committed another mistake. Instead of supporting India's action against terrorism, it started attacking India itself,” Modi said.
Terrorist strongholds reduced to rubble
Operation Sindoor, said Modi, had destroyed long-standing terrorist networks. “Operation Sindoor, it is not just a name, it is a reflection of the feelings of many people of the country. Operation Sindoor is the ultimate pledge of justice.”
He emphasised the global significance of the targeted sites. “Whatever major attacks have taken place anywhere in the world, be it 9/11 or 26/11, all of them have been linked to these terrorist bases somewhere or the other.”
According to him, the strikes were so thorough that they rendered Pakistan’s celebrated military infrastructure ineffective. “Pakistan had prepared for the war on the border, but India attacked at the heart of Pakistan... Pakistani air bases, which Pakistan was very proud of, were damaged.”
Army given full freedom to strike
Modi praised India’s defence personnel, scientists and intelligence units for their role in the operation. “I salute all Indian Armed Forces, intelligence units, scientists on behalf of every Indian. To achieve the target of Operation Sindoor, they showed their limitless bravery.”
He said the government had granted the military complete autonomy to dismantle terror infrastructure. “We gave freedom to the Indian army to wipe out the terrorists. And today every terrorist knows what happens when sindoor is removed from the foreheads of our sisters and daughters.”
‘Made in India’ weaponry proves itself
A significant highlight of the operation, Modi noted, was the deployment of domestically produced weapons. India used BrahMos missiles and SkyStriker drones, the latter developed under the ‘Make in India’ programme by Alpha Design Technologies and Israel’s Elbit Systems.
Built in Bengaluru, these kamikaze drones were credited for delivering precision strikes and loitering for up to two hours. Modi said this success sent a strong message to the world about India’s growing defence capabilities.
“The world is now witnessing the arrival of ‘Made in India’ defence system as a formidable force in 21st-century warfare,” he said.
Strategic supremacy and a shift in Warfare
In his address, the Prime Minister framed Operation Sindoor not only as retaliation but as a turning point. He described India’s capability in both traditional and modern warfare as unmatched. He asserted that India had outpaced Pakistan on land, air, and now in new age technologies.
With Pakistan reportedly turning to the global community in search of relief following the counter-strikes, Modi made it clear: the cost of harbouring terrorism will be high. He called the operation a pledge fulfilled, one rooted in national unity, justice, and strength.
"Pakistan targeted our schools, colleges, Gurudwara, temples, and residential areas. Pakistan targeted our sacred places. But in this, Pakistan itself was exposed. The world saw how Pakistan's drones and missiles scattered like stones in front of India. India's powerful air defence system destroyed them in the sky itself," PM Modi stated.
India struck first—and hard
According to Modi, India had already taken the initiative by launching Operation Sindoor in response to the 22 April terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 civilians were killed. In that attack, terrorists reportedly asked victims for their names before executing them in front of their families.
The Prime Minister recounted that India’s retaliatory strikes were not just symbolic—they were decisive. Using missiles and drones, the Indian military struck deep into Pakistan, destroying terror hubs in Bahawalpur and Muridke—locations that, Modi said, had long acted as global centres of terrorism.
"When Indian missiles and drones attacked terrorist bases in Pakistan, not only the buildings of terrorist organisations was shaken, but their courage was also shaken. Terrorist bases like Bhawalpur and Muridke have, in a way, been universities of global terrorism... The terrorists had stolen the sindoor of our sisters, that is why India demolished these terrorist headquarters. We killed more than 100 dangerous terrorists," he declared.
Pakistan left staggered by Indian strikes
Modi claimed that India’s action shocked Pakistan. “India destroyed Pakistan to such an extent in the first three days itself, which they could not even imagine,” he said.
He added that instead of joining India in the fight against terrorism, Pakistan retaliated in frustration. “India finished them off in one blow. Due to this action of India, Pakistan fell into deep despair. It was frustrated, and in this frustration, it committed another mistake. Instead of supporting India's action against terrorism, it started attacking India itself,” Modi said.
Terrorist strongholds reduced to rubble
Operation Sindoor, said Modi, had destroyed long-standing terrorist networks. “Operation Sindoor, it is not just a name, it is a reflection of the feelings of many people of the country. Operation Sindoor is the ultimate pledge of justice.”
He emphasised the global significance of the targeted sites. “Whatever major attacks have taken place anywhere in the world, be it 9/11 or 26/11, all of them have been linked to these terrorist bases somewhere or the other.”
According to him, the strikes were so thorough that they rendered Pakistan’s celebrated military infrastructure ineffective. “Pakistan had prepared for the war on the border, but India attacked at the heart of Pakistan... Pakistani air bases, which Pakistan was very proud of, were damaged.”
Army given full freedom to strike
Modi praised India’s defence personnel, scientists and intelligence units for their role in the operation. “I salute all Indian Armed Forces, intelligence units, scientists on behalf of every Indian. To achieve the target of Operation Sindoor, they showed their limitless bravery.”
He said the government had granted the military complete autonomy to dismantle terror infrastructure. “We gave freedom to the Indian army to wipe out the terrorists. And today every terrorist knows what happens when sindoor is removed from the foreheads of our sisters and daughters.”
‘Made in India’ weaponry proves itself
A significant highlight of the operation, Modi noted, was the deployment of domestically produced weapons. India used BrahMos missiles and SkyStriker drones, the latter developed under the ‘Make in India’ programme by Alpha Design Technologies and Israel’s Elbit Systems.
Built in Bengaluru, these kamikaze drones were credited for delivering precision strikes and loitering for up to two hours. Modi said this success sent a strong message to the world about India’s growing defence capabilities.
“The world is now witnessing the arrival of ‘Made in India’ defence system as a formidable force in 21st-century warfare,” he said.
Strategic supremacy and a shift in Warfare
In his address, the Prime Minister framed Operation Sindoor not only as retaliation but as a turning point. He described India’s capability in both traditional and modern warfare as unmatched. He asserted that India had outpaced Pakistan on land, air, and now in new age technologies.
With Pakistan reportedly turning to the global community in search of relief following the counter-strikes, Modi made it clear: the cost of harbouring terrorism will be high. He called the operation a pledge fulfilled, one rooted in national unity, justice, and strength.
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