Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the nation has drawn widespread praise from BJP leaders and NDA allies, who lauded his strong message on India’s stance against terrorism.
The address, delivered in the aftermath of 'Operation Sindoor' and the ceasefire agreement with Pakistan, clearly highlighted India's unwavering position on terrorism and set the terms for any future dialogue with Pakistan—focused solely on terrorism and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
PM Modi categorically asserted that India would never be deterred by "nuclear blackmail" while pursuing the goal of eradicating terrorism abroad. He restated a three-pronged approach of India's anti-terror policy encompassing seeking out and neutralizing terror threats on the world's map, prosecuting state-sponsored terror activists on par with their masterminds, and possessing the choice of avenging a terror strike severely.
The speech was welcomed by BJP leadership, who cherished the clarity of the Prime Minister in articulating India's priorities. BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal emphasized that PM Modi had clearly outlined India's reaction to any act of provocation. He also emphasized the effectiveness of weapons manufactured at home, with pride in the precision of India's missile strikes.
BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh referred to the speech as the "united voice of 140 crore citizens" and reasserted the fact that India would do anything to combat terrorism. He made it clear that nuclear blackmail would not be acceptable and negotiations with Pakistan will be only terrorism and PoK.
Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant praised PM Modi’s leadership, urging all political parties to prioritize national security over divisive politics. He also took a dig at Congress, criticizing them for politicizing national defense issues. Shiv Sena leader Raju Waghmare echoed similar sentiments, supporting the Prime Minister's firm stance on talks with Pakistan and reaffirming PoK as an internal matter for India.
On the whole, PM Modi's speech confirmed India's unequivocal commitment to combating terrorism and exercising the right to counter threats to national security with clarity and firmness.
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