Modi slams Islamabad, says terror has wrecked its future
In a powerful address in Bhuj, Gujarat—his first public appearance since the precision military offensive Operation Sindoor—Prime Minister Narendra Modi directly called out Pakistan for fostering terrorism while urging its citizens to rise against it. “India promotes tourism. Pakistan considers terrorism as tourism,” Modi said, condemning Islamabad for a mindset that, he warned, “has destroyed the nation and threatens the entire world.”
The timing and location of the speech were symbolic: Bhuj, near the Indo-Pak border, was the backdrop for a fiery message of deterrence, national strength, and a vision of peace through power. The remarks also came as Modi completed 11 years in office and launched development projects worth ₹50,000 crore.
Operation Sindoor: India’s Firm Military Response
Modi’s speech followed Operation Sindoor, a decisive Indian military operation launched on May 7 in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 Indian tourists. In the fortnight following the attack, India waited for Pakistan to act against terrorism. When Islamabad failed to do so, Modi gave the green light for a precise, forceful strike targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK).
“Our army hit back with double the force,” Modi declared, confirming that over 100 terrorists were neutralized and multiple airbases were dismantled. The message: India’s tolerance for terrorism has ended. “Operation Sindoor is a mission to save humanity and end terrorism,” he added.
Terror as Strategy: A Global Threat
Modi’s most cutting remarks were reserved for what he described as Pakistan’s deep-rooted dependency on terrorism—not just as a weapon, but as a state-sponsored economy. “Terrorism is your government and army’s bread and butter,” he said, directly addressing the Pakistani people. “Live peacefully and have your meal. Otherwise, my bullet is waiting.” His message was chillingly clear: India prefers peace, but will not hesitate to retaliate.
Calling terrorism, a global cancer, Modi urged the international community to recognize that Pakistan’s tolerance—and sponsorship—of extremism is not just a regional issue, but a worldwide threat.
India’s Global Rise vs. Pakistan’s Decline
Modi juxtaposed India’s rising global stature with Pakistan’s deteriorating position. “India is now the 4th largest economy in the world, surpassing Japan,” he proudly announced. “But what is your [Pakistan’s] situation? What have you achieved?” Modi said the contrast between India’s democratic development and Pakistan’s terror-fueled decline should be a wake-up call for Pakistan’s people.
He credited India’s success to its focus on development, peace, and global engagement—values in sharp contrast to Pakistan’s alleged obsession with conflict and militancy.
Zero Tolerance, Unshakable Resolve
Modi’s speech was more than a posturing of strength—it was a declaration of India’s new red line. Through Operation Sindoor, India has sent a clear signal: terror will be met with steel, not silence.
As Modi called for peace and prosperity while warning of retaliation, his message to Pakistan was unmistakable: the era of impunity is over. The world must unite against terrorism, and those who harbor it must be ready to pay the price. For India, the policy is clear—zero tolerance, full accountability, and unwavering resolve.
(With agency inputs)
