Rajnath singh statement: India’s Defense Minister Rajnath Singh expressed his opinion on a sensitive issue like terrorism. He focused on many important aspects related to it. The Defense Minister wrote in an article that in today’s time, terrorism has become a challenge for the existence of all humanity, not a regional or political crisis. It is directly challenging values ​​like human rights, democracy, peace and co-existence. India, which has been a victim of terrorism for decades, is now not only victims but leading organized and decisive retaliation.
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh told 5 important sources, with the help of which it can be fought against terror. He said that the ideology of terror not only promotes destruction and fear, but also tries to give it a validity in the name of religion, ideology or politics, which is absolutely unacceptable. He said that there was a time when India used to respond only to the terrorist attacks as a diplomatic opposition or strict statement, but the 2016 surgical strikes, the 2019 Balakot air strike and now the 2025 Operation Sindoor symbolize the fundamental change in this policy.
India’s policy against terror
- Rajnath Singh, while presenting India’s policy against terror, said to pay attention to the important things, which is as follows.
- It is necessary to have zero tolerance towards terrorism. (Zero Tolerance Towards Terrorism)
- There should be no difference between state and non-state actors. (No distinction between state and non-state actors)
- There should be retaliation at the source and not only by giving domestic response. (Retaliation at source, not just response at home)
- It is necessary to expose terrorism sponsors internationally. (International Exposure of Terror Sponsors)
- The country that supports terrorism is required to isolate globally. (It is Necessary to isolate the country that support terrorism at the global level)
Operation Sindoor: Evidence of India’s decisive policy
Giving the example of Operation Sindoor, Rajnath Singh said that this is not just a military action, but a proof of India’s strategic thinking and resolve. Through this, India has made it clear that now the terrorists will be destroyed in their shelter, no matter where they are and anyone’s support is received. This operation not only demolished the terrorist structure but also warned the nations that use terror as strategic means.
Pakistan: Synonyms of state sponsored terrorism
India has been facing Pakistan sponsored terrorism for decades. Attacks like Pathankot, Uri, Pulwama and now Pahalgam have made it clear that Pakistan’s relationship with terrorism is organized and permanent. Recently, India took necessary action against Pakistan and partially postponed the Indus Water Treaty and gave a strong message. The IMF and FATF demanded a ban on financial assistance on the forums. Fatf recommended to be maintained in the gray list. Emphasized on judicial extradition and exposed reporting of terrorist shelters.