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Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticized Pakistan on Monday, May 26, for its continued support of cross-border terrorism, stating that the country treats “terrorism as tourism”.
Speaking at a rally in Bhuj, Gujarat, Modi emphasized India’s zero-tolerance policy against terrorism and highlighted the recent Operation Sindoor as a decisive step in defending the country and saving humanity.
Operation Sindoor, launched by Indian Armed Forces on May 7, targeted terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir.
It was a response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which killed 26 people, mostly tourists. The strikes reportedly resulted in the deaths of over 100 terrorists. Modi said the operation reflected India’s clear stance on terrorism, stating, “Whoever will make us bleed will see a similar response.”
The prime minister said India waited 15 days for Pakistan to take action against the perpetrators but received no response. “We waited… but probably, terrorism is their bread and butter,” he said. He added that the military was given a free hand after Pakistan failed to act.
In addition to his comments on national security, Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development projects worth over Rs 53,400 crore (approximately $6.2 billion) in Bhuj. The initiatives include large-scale infrastructure in the power sector, such as transmission projects to support the Khavda Renewable Energy Park and the construction of an ultra super critical thermal power plant in Tapi. Other projects involve the expansion of Kandla port and new road, water, and solar initiatives.
Modi said that such large-scale projects reflect the transformation of Gujarat’s development landscape. He also called the investments a boost to India’s efforts to become a leader in both the blue and green economies.
The prime minister also spoke about his long-standing relationship with the Kutchh region, recalling his time as Gujarat Chief Minister. He described the arrival of Narmada water in Kutchh as a turning point and a moment of celebration akin to Diwali.
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