Pakistan’s begging to India’s new normal: 9 big messages in PM Modi’s Operation Sindoor speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the valour, bravery and courage of the armed forces, dedicating his praise to “every mother, every sister and every daughter of our country.” PM Modi outlined the decisive actions India took in response to the barbaric terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22.

Here are 9 key takeaways from PM Modi’s speech, where he outlined India’s unwavering stance on security and strategic responses in the face of Pakistan’s sponsored terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam.

New normal in India’s counter-terrorism strategy

Modi declared that Operation Sindoor is a new normal in India’s approach to counter-terrorism. The Prime Minister outlined three key pillars of India’s security doctrine: Decisive Retaliation, No Tolerance for Nuclear Blackmail, and No Distinction Between Terror Sponsors and Terrorists. He emphasised that India will retaliate strongly to any terrorist attack, regardless of nuclear threats or the sponsors behind them.

India will not tolerate any ’nuclear blackmail'

PM Modi said that India would not succumb to any form of “nuclear blackmail” and affirmed that military action against Pakistan has only been paused, not ended. He said future steps would depend on Islamabad’s conduct. Calling Operation Sindoor a new template in India’s fight against terror, Modi revealed that Pakistan had pleaded for the strikes to stop and gave assurances to end its cross-border misadventures. The Prime Minister said the operation demonstrated India’s capacity to act decisively, with over 100 terrorists eliminated, sending a clear message to the world about New Delhi’s uncompromising stance on terrorism.

Pakistan’s state-sponsored terrorism

Modi highlighted Pakistan’s open involvement in terrorism, noting how senior Pakistani military officials attended funerals of terrorists eliminated during the operation. This exposed Pakistan’s deep ties to state-sponsored terrorism, according to the Prime Minister.

VIDEO | Addressing the nation on Operation Sindoor, PM Modi (@narendramodi) says, "The way the Pakistani army and government continue to nurture terrorism, one day it will end Pakistan itself. If Pakistan wants to save itself, it must dismantle its terror infrastructure — there… pic.twitter.com/T3a5ixK7BL

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 12, 2025

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Made in India defence systems prove their worth

The Prime Minister underscored that India’s defense systems, including those developed domestically, had demonstrated their effectiveness during Operation Sindoor. Modi stressed that India is now a global force in 21st-century warfare, showcasing its technological advancements and military capability.

India’s strategic military superiority

Modi emphasised India’s ability to excel in diverse terrains, from desert to mountainous regions, and its growing superiority in New Age Warfare. He reiterated that India’s strength and unity in the fight against terrorism are essential to maintaining national security.

VIDEO | Addressing the nation on #OperationSindoor PM Modi (@narendramodi) said, "In just the first three days, India inflicted such massive destruction on Pakistan that it caught them completely off guard. As a result of India's aggressive response, Pakistan began desperately… pic.twitter.com/dfDvzdxWtu

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 12, 2025

Path to peace: strength, not weakness

Reflecting on Buddha’s teachings, Modi concluded that true peace can only be achieved through strength. He reiterated that India will remain firm in its commitment to peace while being ready to exercise its strength when necessary to defend the nation’s principles and sovereignty. He reaffirmed that India’s stance is clear: Terror and talks, terror and trade, and blood and water cannot coexist.

Operation Sindoor: A reflection of India’s policy against terror

Modi described Operation Sindoor as a solemn pledge to justice, saying that the precision strikes executed by Indian armed forces on terror hideouts in Pakistan sent a clear message. The operation, which eliminated over 100 terrorists, showcased India’s strength and determination in combating terrorism.

VIDEO | Addressing the nation on Operation Sindoor, PM Modi (@narendramodi) says, "The way the Pakistani army and government continue to nurture terrorism, one day it will end Pakistan itself. If Pakistan wants to save itself, it must dismantle its terror infrastructure — there… pic.twitter.com/T3a5ixK7BL

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 12, 2025

Pakistan’s response and desperation

The Prime Minister said that Pakistan, after suffering heavy losses, resorted to a reckless escalation by targeting Indian civilians and military installations. Despite Pakistan’s aggression, India’s countermeasures, drone and missile strikes, proved highly effective, with India dismantling terrorist hubs and severely damaging key Pakistani airbases.

Pakistan seeks de-escalation

Modi revealed that following India’s decisive actions, Pakistan reached out to India’s Directorate General of Military Operations (DGMO) on May 10, asking for a ceasefire and pledging to cease all terrorist activities and military aggression. In response, India temporarily suspended its operations, while maintaining readiness to act if necessary.