PM Modi recalls 2016 surgical strikes, says terrorism will get decisive response
During his radio address, Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed key national issues, including the 2016 surgical strikes against terrorism, reaffirming India's strong stance and zero-tolerance policy toward cross-border threats. He called on citizens to contribute to the Census, emphasized cleanliness efforts linked to Mahatma Gandhi, and expressed support for the youth's battle…
New Delhi - In his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday recalled the 2016 Indian Army surgical strikes across the Line of Control (LoC), stating that India has established a clear policy of responding with "strong and decisive action" to cross-border terrorism. Addressing the 138th episode of the programme, Modi highlighted the 2016 surgical strikes, which took place on September 28-29, as a major historical achievement for India, marking ten years since the operation.
He emphasized that the strikes demonstrated a new approach to India's counter-terrorism policy, serving as a bold and decisive response to the ongoing suffering caused by terrorist attacks. PM Modi also referred to other actions taken by India in response to terrorism, including the Balakot airstrike and Operation Sindoor. He reiterated India's commitment to a policy of zero tolerance against terrorism.
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