Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi issued a powerful and unambiguous warning to Pakistan on Friday, stating that in the event of any future conflict, India would abandon the restraint it demonstrated during the recent counter-terrorism initiative, “Operation Sindoor 1.0.”
During a visit to forward border areas in Rajasthan, General Dwivedi addressed troops and urged them to maintain vigilance and unity. Speaking in the Sriganganagar district, the COAS cautioned Pakistan against testing India’s resolve and demanded an end to its sponsorship of terrorism.
“Next time, India will not exercise the restraint that India showed during Operation Sindoor 1.0. The action taken will be such that Pakistan will have to consider whether it wants to remain part of the globe,” General Dwivedi asserted.
Lessons from Operation Sindoor 1.0
General Dwivedi provided context for his remarks by referencing Operation Sindoor 1.0, the action launched after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, where India struck terrorist sites inside Pakistan. He emphasized that the operation had left a lasting impact and strengthened the collective resolve of both the military and the civilian population.
The Army Chief highlighted the precision and care taken during the strikes, noting that the targets were strictly military: “We ensured that no innocent lives were lost. Our targets were only terrorist hideouts, training centres, and their masters.”
He further underscored India’s transparency, stating, “We presented proof of the destroyed terror camps before the world. If India hadn’t shown the evidence, Pakistan would have hidden it.”
Praises for Forces and Regional Ties
General Dwivedi stressed that the fight against terrorism is a national effort, quoting Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to illustrate the military-civilian bond: “Whenever a woman applies sindoor on her forehead, she remembers the jawan at the frontier. That bond is sacred.”
During a ceremony, the Army Chief honored key personnel for their exceptional contributions to Operation Sindoor, including Commandant Prabhakar Singh of the 140th Battalion of the BSF, Major Ritesh Kumar of the Rajputana Rifles, and Havildar Mohit Gera.
Addressing soldiers in Khajuwala, General Dwivedi recalled his deep personal history with the region, dating back to his first posting in 1985. He concluded his visit by expressing satisfaction with the forces’ operational readiness and urged continued dedication, discipline, and unity among the troops.
Source: The Indian Express
