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<p data-start="80" data-end="381"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">In his first &lsquo;Mann Ki Baat&rsquo; address following the success of Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the operation as a reflection of India&rsquo;s transformation &mdash; a nation resolute in its stand against terrorism and committed to the vision of an 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'.</span></p>
<p data-start="383" data-end="741"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">"Today, the entire country stands united against terrorism. There is anger, but more importantly, there is determination. Every Indian is resolved to root out terrorism," the Prime Minister said. He praised the courage and precision of the Indian Armed Forces, noting their exemplary operation that successfully targeted terrorist hideouts across the border.</span></p>
<p data-start="743" data-end="930"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">According to PM Modi, Operation Sindoor has not only boosted morale within the country but has also sent a powerful message around the world about India&rsquo;s resolve and military capability.</span></p>
<p data-start="932" data-end="1172"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">&ldquo;Operation Sindoor is not merely a military achievement &mdash; it represents our collective courage and the changing face of India. This mission has filled every heart with patriotic fervour and has inspired people across the country,&rdquo; he added.</span></p>
<p data-start="1174" data-end="1486"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">He spoke of the overwhelming public response following the operation, citing how citizens across cities, towns, and villages came out with the national flag in hand to show their support for the armed forces. He also highlighted how thousands of youths stepped forward to volunteer for civil defence initiatives.</span></p>
<p data-start="1488" data-end="1809"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">The Prime Minister shared touching moments from across the country &mdash; youth in Chandigarh expressing a desire to join the armed forces, children drawing paintings and writing poems in honour of Operation Sindoor, and families naming their newborns 'Sindoor' in places like Katihar in Bihar and Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh.</span></p>
<p data-start="1811" data-end="2146"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">PM Modi lauded the Armed Forces not only for their bravery but also for their effective use of indigenous weapons, equipment, and technology. &ldquo;This success is powered by the strength of &lsquo;Made in India&rsquo;. Our engineers, scientists, and technicians have played a crucial role, demonstrating the strength of a self-reliant India,&rdquo; he said.</span></p>
<p data-start="2148" data-end="2627"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">He also emphasized the growing national enthusiasm for the &lsquo;Vocal for Local&rsquo; campaign. &ldquo;What touches the heart is the emotional connection of the people,&rdquo; he noted. &ldquo;Parents are pledging to buy only Made in India toys for their children to instill patriotism from a young age. Many families have decided to vacation within India, and some youths have even taken the vow to marry within the country under the 'Wed in India' pledge. Others are choosing to gift Indian handicrafts.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p data-start="2629" data-end="3027"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">&ldquo;This emotional participation of our people is India&rsquo;s greatest strength,&rdquo; the Prime Minister said. &ldquo;On this occasion, I urge every citizen to take a pledge &mdash; to prioritize Indian-made products in our daily lives. This is not just about economic self-sufficiency. It&rsquo;s about becoming active contributors to the nation's progress. Each small step we take can lead to a giant leap forward for India.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p data-start="3029" data-end="3211" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Through Operation Sindoor and the wave of patriotism it has inspired, PM Modi painted a picture of a confident, united, and self-reliant India moving boldly toward a brighter future.</span></p>
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In 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi hails Operation Sindoor as a symbol of unity, courage, and self-reliant India

PM: Operation Sindoor Shows New, Bold India

In 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi hails Operation Sindoor as a symbol of unity, courage, and self-reliant India

May 25, 2025 | 11:56 IST