Operation Sindoor: Modi Calls It India’s Strong Reply to Terror

New Delhi, May 7, 2026 Marking one year of Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the mission was a “fitting response” to those responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed innocent lives. The anniversary highlighted India’s continued focus on taking strict action against terrorism and honoring the victims of the attack. Speaking on the occasion, PM Modi stated that the operation reflected the country’s “zero tolerance” policy towards terrorism. He praised the armed forces for their “courage, precision and resolve” during the mission, which targeted terror infrastructure linked to groups operating across the border. The Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 civilians, had triggered nationwide anger and demands for strong action. Operation Sindoor was launched as a strategic military response, with officials and defence forces remembering the mission through tributes and commemorative messages on its first anniversary. The anniversary of the operation not only remembered those who lost their lives but also reinforced India’s message against terrorism. The event stood as a reminder of the country’s commitment to national security and support for its armed forces.