Modi Says No World Leader Asked India to Stop Sindoor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the Lok Sabha that no international leader asked India to halt Operation Sindoor. Dismissing speculation about foreign pressure, Modi said India made its decisions independently and was fully prepared to retaliate if Pakistan escalated the situation.
Modi recalled that U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance had attempted to contact him on the night of May 9, warning of a possible Pakistani response. However, Modi stated he was meeting with top security officials and responded later, telling Vance that India would not back down and was ready for any consequences. “We respond to bullets with cannonballs,” he added.
Ceasefire Was Due to Pakistan’s Request
Modi emphasized that it was Pakistan that requested a halt to the operation through the DGMO (Director General of Military Operations) channel. He stated that India’s military actions had inflicted such damage that Pakistan was unable to continue hostilities.
He also clarified that Operation Sindoor has not ended, and India retains the right to resume action if provoked again. Modi praised the swift response of Indian forces following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, stating that retaliatory strikes were launched within 22 minutes.
Focus on Self-Reliance and Opposition Critique
Modi also highlighted the role of indigenous defence equipment used in the operation, including drones and missiles. He said India’s growing defence production capability has allowed for quick and precise action without relying on foreign suppliers.
Criticizing the opposition, especially the Congress, Modi accused them of echoing enemy propaganda and failing to stand with the nation during a critical time. “When the entire world stood with India, the Congress was missing,” he said.
