Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday formally initiated the much-anticipated discussion on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha, describing the military response as a “historic, decisive and effective” message to terrorism.
Addressing the House, Singh began by paying tribute to the Indian armed forces, stating, “First of all, I would like to extend my gratitude on behalf of the Parliament towards our brave jawans who have sacrificed for the country whenever required.”
Singh highlighted that Operation Sindoor, launched on May 6 and 7, was not just a military maneuver but a strategic assertion of India’s zero-tolerance policy on terrorism.
“Operation Sindoor reflected our unwavering commitment to national sovereignty, security, and the protection of innocent civilians,” Singh said.
He detailed the meticulous planning that preceded the strikes, noting that an in-depth assessment helped the forces choose the most effective strategy—one that caused maximum damage to terrorist infrastructure without harming Pakistani civilians.
“The armed forces struck nine terror infrastructure sites with precision. Over 100 terrorists, including trainers and handlers linked to groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen, were neutralised. The entire operation was executed in just 22 minutes,” he informed the House.
The Defence Minister’s remarks came after multiple adjournments earlier in the day due to Opposition protests, with MPs entering the Well of the House demanding discussion on other issues including the SIR exercise in Bihar.
Despite the disruption, the Lok Sabha resumed post 2 PM to begin the debate, with leaders from both the ruling alliance and opposition expected to participate over a 16-hour session focused on India’s military response to the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians.
