Following Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed his full Council of Ministers, highlighting the increasing significance and success of India’s indigenously developed defense technologies. The meeting, the first since the high-stakes military operation, focused heavily on the evolving nature of warfare and India’s strategic shift toward indigenous armament production.
According to sources present, Modi expressed pride in how locally manufactured weapons had delivered strong results during the operation. He urged ministries to align more deeply with the “Make in India” initiative, especially in the defense sector. Touching on public perception, the Prime Minister remarked with a smile that citizens in border states like Punjab may have expected the traditional display of tanks and weapon-laden trains — a sight common in earlier military tensions. However, he pointed out that warfare has changed significantly and that strategic precision now defines success more than sheer display.
Looking beyond defense, Modi instructed ministers to identify and highlight five standout achievements from their respective departments. This exercise, he said, would help communicate the administration’s progress as it approaches the first anniversary of its third term and marks over a decade of NDA leadership. His message was clear: focus on what’s ahead and avoid constant comparisons with the past.
In addition to these directives, the session featured comprehensive presentations from key departments, including Roads and Highways, Railways, and Jal Shakti. These updates served as progress reviews and planning frameworks for the coming months.
The meeting also paused to acknowledge the tragic stampede in Bengaluru during the Royal Challengers’ IPL victory celebration, offering condolences to the victims’ families.
As Operation Sindoor continues to resonate nationwide, the Prime Minister’s emphasis on modernization, indigenous innovation, and future-focused governance sends a strong message about India’s readiness on both military and administrative fronts.
