India Warns of Retaliation as Modi Highlights Operation Sindoor Success
| 2025-05-14
Prime Minister Narendra Modi (PTI)
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warns Pakistan of strong retaliation amid ongoing tensions following Operation Sindoor targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan.
Speaking at an Indian Air Force base in Adampur, Punjab—one of the sites affected during the recent conflict—Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the military’s response to attacks linked to terror groups based in Pakistan. He emphasised that any future provocation would be met with firm and decisive action by India’s armed forces.
"India will not tolerate any form of aggression, whether through terror attacks or conventional military engagement," Modi said during his address on Tuesday. He added that India's defence forces, equipped with advanced missile systems such as the indigenous Akash and Russia-supplied S-400, had "left a positive impression on the world" during the operations.
Operation Sindoor, launched in response to a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam on 22 April which killed 26 people, involved coordinated strikes by the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force. The Indian government reported that the operation targeted nine terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir in the early hours of 7 May, resulting in the deaths of more than 100 alleged militants.
According to Modi, Indian forces used precision strikes aided by drones and advanced surveillance systems, destroying what he described as terrorist hubs “in a matter of 20–25 minutes.” He credited the coordinated efforts of India’s tri-service military structure for the mission’s success.
“The Navy created dominance at sea, the Army defended our borders strongly, and the Air Force executed targeted strikes,” Modi said. He underscored the restraint shown by Indian forces, claiming no civilian lives were endangered despite Pakistan’s alleged use of commercial airspace as cover.
Escalation and Ceasefire Breach
Following the Indian operation, Pakistan responded with artillery, drones, and loitering munitions across Indian territories, including parts of Jammu, Punjab and Rajasthan. According to Indian military officials, Pakistan also attempted to target Indian civilian infrastructure and surveil air defence assets.
India then carried out further strikes on Pakistani military facilities, including communication centres and radar installations at airbases in cities such as Rawalpindi, Jacobabad and Sargodha.
Although a ceasefire agreement was reached following a request from Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) on 10 May, Indian officials accused Pakistan of breaching the agreement within hours by deploying drones into Indian airspace. While no major escalation was reported, Indian security forces remained on alert amid drone sightings in border areas.
International and Diplomatic Response
Responding to international media queries, Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that India had briefed its global partners, including the United States, about the conflict. He clarified that recent discussions between Indian and US officials focused solely on the evolving security situation and not on trade.
Jaiswal reiterated India’s longstanding position that issues concerning Jammu and Kashmir must be resolved bilaterally between India and Pakistan. “There is no change in our stated policy. The outstanding matter is the vacation of illegally occupied Indian territory by Pakistan,” he stated during the MEA’s weekly briefing.
India also intends to escalate its counterterrorism efforts diplomatically. Jaiswal announced that India will formally propose the designation of The Resistance Front (TRF)—a group it alleges is linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba—as a terrorist entity under the United Nations Security Council’s 1267 Sanctions Committee.
“Over the last two years, we have been sharing evidence with the committee, and we hope that the monitoring team will act on it soon,” Jaiswal added.
Context: A Shift in India's Anti-Terror Strategy
Operation Sindoor marks a significant evolution in India’s approach to cross-border terrorism. Echoing previous strikes, such as the 2016 surgical operations and the 2019 Balakot airstrike, the recent offensive reflects a growing willingness by the Indian government to carry out targeted military actions inside Pakistani territory.
Experts believe the operation underscores India’s increasingly assertive defence posture. Strategic analyst Dr R.K. Verma described Modi’s statements as “a direct warning to countries supporting terrorism” and suggested that India’s actions demonstrate both tactical precision and political resolve.
Prime Minister Modi referred to terrorist bases in Pakistan as “universities of terrorism,” claiming they have links to major global attacks, including the 9/11 attacks in the United States and the 2005 London bombings.
He emphasised that India's actions in Operation Sindoor were conventional and did not involve nuclear escalation—a position Pakistan’s foreign ministry has also confirmed.
“After surgical strikes and the Balakot operation, Operation Sindoor is now India’s declared policy against terrorism,” Modi said, adding that India’s security forces will remain vigilant and prepared to act against any future threats.
Conclusion
As tensions continue to simmer, India’s message is unambiguous: any act of terrorism or military provocation will draw a swift and decisive response. With Operation Sindoor, the Indian government appears to be signalling a long-term shift in its defence policy—one grounded in pre-emptive strikes, international engagement, and strategic restraint.
"India will not tolerate any form of aggression, whether through terror attacks or conventional military engagement," Modi said during his address on Tuesday. He added that India's defence forces, equipped with advanced missile systems such as the indigenous Akash and Russia-supplied S-400, had "left a positive impression on the world" during the operations.
Operation Sindoor, launched in response to a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam on 22 April which killed 26 people, involved coordinated strikes by the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force. The Indian government reported that the operation targeted nine terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir in the early hours of 7 May, resulting in the deaths of more than 100 alleged militants.
According to Modi, Indian forces used precision strikes aided by drones and advanced surveillance systems, destroying what he described as terrorist hubs “in a matter of 20–25 minutes.” He credited the coordinated efforts of India’s tri-service military structure for the mission’s success.
“The Navy created dominance at sea, the Army defended our borders strongly, and the Air Force executed targeted strikes,” Modi said. He underscored the restraint shown by Indian forces, claiming no civilian lives were endangered despite Pakistan’s alleged use of commercial airspace as cover.
Escalation and Ceasefire Breach
Following the Indian operation, Pakistan responded with artillery, drones, and loitering munitions across Indian territories, including parts of Jammu, Punjab and Rajasthan. According to Indian military officials, Pakistan also attempted to target Indian civilian infrastructure and surveil air defence assets.
India then carried out further strikes on Pakistani military facilities, including communication centres and radar installations at airbases in cities such as Rawalpindi, Jacobabad and Sargodha.
Although a ceasefire agreement was reached following a request from Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) on 10 May, Indian officials accused Pakistan of breaching the agreement within hours by deploying drones into Indian airspace. While no major escalation was reported, Indian security forces remained on alert amid drone sightings in border areas.
International and Diplomatic Response
Responding to international media queries, Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that India had briefed its global partners, including the United States, about the conflict. He clarified that recent discussions between Indian and US officials focused solely on the evolving security situation and not on trade.
Jaiswal reiterated India’s longstanding position that issues concerning Jammu and Kashmir must be resolved bilaterally between India and Pakistan. “There is no change in our stated policy. The outstanding matter is the vacation of illegally occupied Indian territory by Pakistan,” he stated during the MEA’s weekly briefing.
India also intends to escalate its counterterrorism efforts diplomatically. Jaiswal announced that India will formally propose the designation of The Resistance Front (TRF)—a group it alleges is linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba—as a terrorist entity under the United Nations Security Council’s 1267 Sanctions Committee.
“Over the last two years, we have been sharing evidence with the committee, and we hope that the monitoring team will act on it soon,” Jaiswal added.
Context: A Shift in India's Anti-Terror Strategy
Operation Sindoor marks a significant evolution in India’s approach to cross-border terrorism. Echoing previous strikes, such as the 2016 surgical operations and the 2019 Balakot airstrike, the recent offensive reflects a growing willingness by the Indian government to carry out targeted military actions inside Pakistani territory.
Experts believe the operation underscores India’s increasingly assertive defence posture. Strategic analyst Dr R.K. Verma described Modi’s statements as “a direct warning to countries supporting terrorism” and suggested that India’s actions demonstrate both tactical precision and political resolve.
Prime Minister Modi referred to terrorist bases in Pakistan as “universities of terrorism,” claiming they have links to major global attacks, including the 9/11 attacks in the United States and the 2005 London bombings.
He emphasised that India's actions in Operation Sindoor were conventional and did not involve nuclear escalation—a position Pakistan’s foreign ministry has also confirmed.
“After surgical strikes and the Balakot operation, Operation Sindoor is now India’s declared policy against terrorism,” Modi said, adding that India’s security forces will remain vigilant and prepared to act against any future threats.
Conclusion
As tensions continue to simmer, India’s message is unambiguous: any act of terrorism or military provocation will draw a swift and decisive response. With Operation Sindoor, the Indian government appears to be signalling a long-term shift in its defence policy—one grounded in pre-emptive strikes, international engagement, and strategic restraint.
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