Jodhpur, Aug 25: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today said Operation Sindoor is the identity of New India.
“Indian Armed Forces gave a befitting reply to the cowardly terror attack in Pahalgam and achieved the set goals with precision. India does not discriminate based on caste and religion. Terrorists killed innocent people in Pahalgam based on their dharma, the Indian Armed Forces destroyed those who provided shelter to terrorists based on their karma,” he said.
He said people in border areas provided full support to the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor, which is a testament to the fact that the security of the nation is not just the responsibility of the Government or the military, but of every citizen.
Rajnath was speaking after the inauguration of a Defence & Sports Academy in Jodhpur. He emphasised that the country can face any difficulty and become stronger, if citizens, especially the youth, remain aware & dedicated towards their duties.
“Education provides knowledge while defence ensures security. Qualities like perseverance, discipline, patience, and determination are as important to a soldier as they are to a sportsperson. Students who are products of this confluence of defence, education, and sports can make the country proud both at national and international levels,” he said, exhorting the citizens to build a nation that is at the forefront of the world in knowledge, culture, and power.
While the Defence Minister noted the vital contribution of the state’s soldiers in protecting the country, he pointed out that the region is not producing officers in the same proportion as jawans. He urged the people to join the Armed Forces as officers and contribute to further bolstering national security.
Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat presided over the function with other dignitaries present on the occasion.