In a fiery address at Bhuj Air Force Station, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh issued a stern warning to Pakistan, asserting that the recent Operation Sindoor was only a “trailer” of India’s military capabilities, and that the “full picture” could be revealed if provoked again. He also demanded that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) withdraw its recently approved $1 billion loan to Pakistan, citing concerns that the funds may be used to rebuild terror infrastructure.
Speaking to Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel in Gujarat, Singh confirmed the use of ‘BrahMos’ supersonic missiles during Operation Sindoor and stated that these weapons “showed Pakistan the light of day in the darkness of night.”
“Our actions were just a trailer. If needed, we’ll show the full picture,” said Singh. “Attacking and eliminating terrorism is the new normal of New India.”
He emphasized that the ceasefire agreed upon on May 10, after four days of hostilities, was a “probation period” for Pakistan.
Operation Sindoor: A Decisive Response to Pahalgam Attack
Operation Sindoor was launched in response to the May 6 terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of multiple Indian soldiers. In retaliation, India conducted precision strikes on nine terror camps located deep inside Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK). These operations, carried out without crossing the border, were completed in just 23 minutes, Singh said.
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He hailed the IAF’s execution of the mission, asserting that India’s air defence capabilities, including Akash missile systems, had neutralized multiple enemy threats during the four-day standoff.
In a direct appeal to the international community, Singh condemned the IMF’s May 9 decision to release a $1 billion tranche to Pakistan under its $7 billion support program.
“A large portion of this aid will likely be used to fund terror outfits like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, whose bases in Muridke and Bahawalpur are reportedly being rebuilt,” Singh alleged.
He accused the Pakistan government of planning to pay Rs 14 crore to Masood Azhar, a UN-designated terrorist and the head of Jaish-e-Mohammed, using public funds. Singh urged the IMF to reconsider its decision and warned that any future financial assistance to Pakistan would be tantamount to “indirect terror financing.”
“Made-in-India” Weapons Demonstrate Global Power
The Defence Minister also spotlighted the role of indigenously developed military technologies in the operation, including the BrahMos missile, Akash air defence systems, and fighter jets capable of long-range strikes.
“This operation has proven that India’s defence forces are not dependent on foreign equipment alone. The world now respects the strength of Made-in-India weapons,” Singh said.
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Rajnath Singh, who had visited Srinagar a day earlier, praised the morale and patriotism of soldiers on both northern and western fronts.
“I’ve seen the passion of our soldiers up close. India’s borders are completely secure. What our forces did during Operation Sindoor has filled the nation with pride,” he added.
