PM Modi says Operation Sindoor ‘is a befitting response to those who dared to attack innocent Indians in Pahalgam’

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Celebrated one year anniversary on Thursday operation sindorIt said that the military operation against Pakistan reflects “India’s firm response to terrorism and firm commitment to safeguarding national security.”In a social media post, Prime Minister Modi said that the armed forces showed unparalleled courage, precision and determination and gave a befitting response to those who dared to attack innocent Indians in Pahalgam. “A year ago, our armed forces displayed unparalleled courage, precision and determination during Operation #OperationSindoor. They gave a befitting response to those who dared to attack innocent Indians in Pahalgam. People across the country salute the valor of our troops,” PM Modi said.“Operation Sindoor reflects India’s resolute response to terrorism and unwavering commitment to safeguarding national security. It also highlights the professionalism, preparedness and coordinated strength of our armed forces. At the same time, it showcases the growing jointness among our forces and highlights the strength that India’s pursuit of self-reliance in the defense sector brings to our national security. Today, a year later, we remain as resolute as ever in defeating terrorism and destroying its enabling ecosystem,” he added.Indian Home Minister Amit Shah also welcomed the armed forces and said that Operation Sindoor is an epoch-making mission for India that will forever remind our enemies of the absolute striking power of our armed forces.“Operation Sindoor is an epoch-making mission for India that will always remind our enemies of the absolutely reliable strike power of our armed forces,” Shah said.“History will remember this day as the precise strike power of our armed forces, the rigorous intelligence of our agencies, and the unwavering political will to unite and destroy every address of terror that crossed the border and cast an evil shadow over the citizens of Pahalgam. This day will continue to send a terrifying message to our enemies that no matter where they hide, there is no escape.” They are always within our sight and the fierce fury of our firepower. On this day, I salute the unparalleled valor of our military,” he added.ALSO READ | One year since Operation Sindor: A look back at the mission that shook the status quoEarlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several senior leaders, including External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, updated their official X avatars to mark the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor.The updated profile picture prominently mentions Operation Sindoor, marking the remembrance of the operation and its significance to India.Also Read| PM Modi, S Jaishankar and other ministers change profile pictures to mark first anniversary of Operation SindoorMay 7, 2025 indian armed forces Attacks were carried out on terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK).During the operation, India destroyed nine major terror launch pads associated with Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed and Mujahideen.Indian armed forces killed more than 100 terrorists during the operation.Pakistan responded with drone strikes and shelling, leading to four days of conflict between the two neighbors. India carried out retaliatory strikes, destroying radar installations in Lahore and near Gujranwala.After suffering severe damage, Pakistan’s Directorate General of Military Operations (DGMO) contacted the Indian DGMO and both sides agreed to a ceasefire on May 10, ending hostilities.