Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation following the success of Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26. The Prime Minister declared a transformative shift in India’s counter-terrorism doctrine. Emphasizing a bold new stance, Modi introduced three central pillars: decisive retaliation to any terror attack, zero tolerance for nuclear blackmail, and no distinction between terrorists and the states that harbor them.
PM Modi hailed the Indian Armed Forces for executing precision strikes on terror infrastructure across Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), asserting that Pakistan was forced to seek de-escalation after facing substantial military losses. He claimed that Operation Sindoor had redefined India’s approach to national security and would serve as the “new normal” in counter-terrorism measures.
Shortly after his address, suspected Pakistani drones were reported along the International Border in Samba district, Jammu. Army officials responded swiftly, neutralizing the UAV threat and ensuring no major disruption. Later, they emphasized that the situation remained under control and urged the public not to panic.
As a precautionary measure, authorities in Punjab’s border districts — including Amritsar, Jalandhar, and Hoshiarpur — activated blackout protocols. Sirens were sounded in Amritsar, and certain towns like Suranassi, Dasuya, and Mukerian observed partial blackouts. Some schools closed, but markets largely remained open, indicating controlled tension.
In a significant diplomatic development, India and Pakistan’s Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) held talks and reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining the ceasefire. The discussions included reducing troop presence in forward areas and avoiding any further aggressive actions.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump claimed credit for brokering the ceasefire, calling it a permanent solution to a dangerous standoff between two nuclear-armed nations. He praised both Modi and Pakistan’s leadership for their wisdom and restraint during the crisis, positioning the US as a key peacemaker.
The conflict escalated after the Pahalgam attack, with India launching strikes on nine terror camps across the border under Operation Sindoor. While Modi declared a temporary resolution, he left the door open for future strikes, stressing that the operation marked a shift in India’s long-term security policy.
Overall, while tensions appear to have eased and the situation remains under control, India’s messaging is clear: terrorism emanating from Pakistan will be met with swift, targeted, and uncompromising retaliation, and diplomacy will no longer shield state sponsors of terror. The evolving doctrine indicates a more assertive regional posture, with counter-terrorism now framed as a matter of policy rather than isolated retaliation.