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Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Operation Sindoor 'just an arrow in the quiver': Modi
Karakat (Bihar)/Kanpur: Prime Minister on Friday likened terrorism to a serpent to issue a stern warning 'terror will be dragged out of its hole and trampled if it tries to raise its hood again'. Hours later, he also said Operation Sindoor was "just an arrow in the quiver" of India and was not over yet. Addressing rallies in Bihar's Karakat and Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh, Modi said that India demonstrated the power of its indigenous weapons during Operation Sindoor, which made "Pakistan plead to stop the war". He asserted that the Indian armed forces have reduced to rubble the hideouts of those who had masterminded the Pahalgam attack, sitting in Pakistan. In Karakat, Modi said the enemy must realise that Operation Sindoor was "just an arrow in our quiver. The war on terror is neither over nor has it come to a halt". "If terror tries to raise its hood again, it will be dragged out of its hole and trampled," he added. He also said the "power of sindoor (vermilion) worn by India's daughters was witnessed by Pakistan and the entire world. Terrorists used to feel secure under the protection of the Pakistani army. But we brought them to their knees. We also destroyed Pakistan's airbases and their military establishments. This is new India (Naya Bharat), and its power is there for all to behold". In the course of his speech, he made a mention of BSF sub-inspector Mohammed Imtiaz, a resident of Saran district, who died fighting for the country in Jammu and Kashmir, and likened his sacrifice to the valour of Veer Kunwar Singh, the legendary king of Jagdishpur in Bihar who is considered one of the heroes of the Revolt of 1857. From Bihar, Modi went to Uttar Pradesh, where he addressed a rally in Kanpur after inaugurating and laying the foundation stone for some developmental projects and said he was to attend the programme on April 24 but had to cancel it due to the Pahalgam terror attack two days prior. As many as 26 people, including Kanpur businessman Shubham Dwivedi, died in the dastardly attack at the verdant meadows of Baisaran in Pahalgam. In retaliatory action, India struck terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir two weeks later, which triggered a four-day military standoff with the neighbouring country. Modi began his speech by referring to the Pahalgam massacre and said, "Kanpur's son Shubham Dwivedi also became a victim of that barbarity." "We all can feel the pain, suffering and anger of our daughter Aishanya (Shubham's widow). The world witnessed the same anger of our sisters and daughters in the form of Operation Sindoor." "Operation Sindoor is not over yet. It showed the world power of indigenous weapons and Make in India. We destroyed terrorist hideouts in Pakistan by going hundreds of miles inside. Indian weapons, BrahMos missiles entered the enemy territory and wreaked havoc," Modi told the rally. The Prime Minister said the heroics of the Indian armed forces forced the Pakistani Army to "plead to stop the war" and asserted that India would no longer be intimidated by the threat of using nuclear bomb nor would it make a decision on that basis. Saluting the bravery of the armed forces' personnel, the Prime Minister reiterated India's uncompromising stance against terrorism. "The enemy, which was pleading during Operation Sindoor, should not be under any illusion, Operation Sindoor has not ended yet," Modi said and added that Pakistan's ploy of state and non-state actors was not going to work anymore. Laying out India's three principles in the fight against terror, Modi said, "First, India will give a befitting reply to every terrorist attack with the timing, manner, and the condition of the reply to be decided by our armies themselves." "Second, India will no longer be scared of the threat of atom bombs nor would it make a decision on that basis. And third, India will see the masters of terror and the government patronising terror in the same light."
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Their spirit inspires countrymen": PM Modi after meeting Pahalgam slain victim's family in Kanpur
New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday apprised about his meeting with the family members of slain Pahalgam victim Shubham Dwivedi, a 31-year-old businessman from Kanpur who was shot dead in cold blood in the name of religion, and said that the spirit (passion) of the family towards the Indian army that launched Operation Sindoor was inspiring for the countrymen. 'Today, I met the family members of our Kanpur son, Shubham Dwivedi, who lost his life in the cowardly terrorist attack in Pahalgam. He expressed his gratitude to our mighty army for Operation Sindoor against terrorism. Their spirit inspires the countrymen,' PM Modi posted on X. Modi met the family of Shubham Dwivedi at Chakeri airport after landing in Kanpur, and got emotional while conversing with the parents and wife of the slain victim. Sanjay Dwivedi, father of Shubham Dwivedi, said that PM Modi had a word with his daughter-in-law Ashanya Dwivedi about the ghastly terror attack since Shubham was shot dead before her and got emotional. 'I think that this incident has pained him a lot. It was a really emotional moment when he was standing with us. I think he will rest only when terrorism ends,' the grieving father told ANI. 'I didn't intend to put forward any demands. I wanted to meet him to express my gratitude for the action he has taken against talked to my daughter-in-law and Shubham about the incident. He got emotional, and everyone else did as well,' he added. Ashanya Dwivedi, wife of slain victim Shubham Dwivedi, said that PM Modi offered his heartfelt condolences to the family and said that the fight against terrorism is long and will go on. 'PM Modi said that the entire nation and the government are standing with us. He offered his Modi was very Modi asked me about the Pahalgam terror Modi said that the fight against terrorism has not ended,' the grieving wife told ANI. She apprised about her conversation with the Prime Minister and said he acknowledged her opinion on why the incident happened. 'He also heard my opinions and acknowledged when I told him that they (the terrorists) wanted to divide Hindus and Muslims internally, or they wanted to end the peaceful situation in Kashmir. He told me that he also thinks the Modi assured us of another meeting,' Dwivedi added. (ANI)
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
PM Modi meets family of slain Pahalgam victim Shubham Dwivedi, gets emotional
Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met the family of Shubham Dwivedi of Hathipur area of Kanpur, who was shot dead in cold blood in the name of religion in the brutal April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack, and got emotional while conversing with the parents and wife of the slain victim. The PM met the family of Shubham Dwivedi, a 31-year-old businessman who was killed at Chakeri airport after landing in Kanpur. The young man recently tied the knot on February 12, lost his life in a brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam while on a family trip with his wife and relatives. Sanjay Dwivedi, father of Shubham Dwivedi, said that PM Modi had a word with his daughter-in-law Ashanya Dwivedi about the ghastly terror attack since Shubham was shot dead before her and got emotional. 'I think that this incident has pained him a lot. It was a really emotional moment when he was standing with us. I think he will rest only when terrorism ends,' the grieving father told ANI. 'I didn't intend to put forward any demands. I wanted to meet him to express my gratitude for the action he has taken against talked to my daughter-in-law and Shubham about the incident. He got emotional, and everyone else did as well,' he added. Dwivedi said that his only motive for meeting the Prime Minister was to express gratitude for initiating Operation Sindoor and for retaliating strongly against terrorism by striking deep into Pakistan's territory. 'In retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, India responded strongly against terrorism by destroying terror camps. The Indian army was given a free hand. For this, I expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister on behalf of my family. I told him that he was not alone in this fight against terrorism. My entire family and community stand with you. The PM expressed condolences to our family. He said that the fight against terrorism will continue, and we will destroy terrorism completely,' he added. Ashanya Dwivedi, wife of slain victim Shubham Dwivedi, said that PM Modi offered his heartfelt condolences to the family and said that the fight against terrorism is long and will go on. 'PM Modi said that the entire nation and the government are standing with us. He offered his Modi was very Modi asked me about the Pahalgam terror Modi said that the fight against terrorism has not ended,' the grieving wife told ANI. She apprised about her conversation with the Prime Minister and said he acknowledged her opinion on why the incident happened. 'He also heard my opinions and acknowledged when I told him that they (the terrorists) wanted to divide Hindus and Muslims internally or they wanted to end the peaceful situation in Kashmir. He told me that he also thinks the Modi assured us of another meeting,' Dwivedi added. (ANI)
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Operation Sindoor not over yet; it showed world indigenous weapons' power: PM Modi in Kanpur
India demonstrated the power of its indigenous weapons during Operation Sindoor, which made 'Pakistan plead to stop the war', Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday (May 30, 2025) and warned the action was 'not over yet'. During his visit in Kanpur to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for 15 development projects worth over ₹47,600 crore, the PM addressed a rally and said he was to attend the programme on April 24 but had to cancel it due to the Pahalgam terror attack two days prior. As many as 26 people, including Kanpur businessman Shubham Dwivedi, died in the dastardly terror attack at the verdant meadows of Baisaran in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. In retaliatory action, India struck terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir two weeks later, which triggered a four-day military standoff with the neighbouring country. The Prime Minister began his speech by referring to the Pahalgam massacre and said, 'Kanpur's son Shubham Dwivedi also became a victim of that barbarity. We all can feel the pain, suffering and anger of our daughter Aishanya (Shubham's widow). The world witnessed the same anger of our sisters and daughters in the form of Operation Sindoor.' 'Operation Sindoor is not over yet. It showed the world the power of indigenous weapons and Make in India. We destroyed terrorist hideouts in Pakistan by going hundreds of miles inside. Indian weapons, BrahMos missiles entered enemy territory and wreaked havoc,' PM Modi told the rally. He said the heroics of the Indian armed forces forced the Pakistani Army to 'plead to stop the war' and asserted that India would no longer be intimidated by the threat of the nuclear bomb nor would it make a decision on that basis. Saluting the bravery of the armed forces' personnel, the Prime Minister reiterated India's uncompromising stance against terrorism. 'The enemy, who was pleading during Operation Sindoor, should not be under any illusion; Operation Sindoor has not ended yet,' PM Modi said and added that Pakistan's ploy of state and non-state actors was not going to work anymore. With his remark drawing cheers from the crowd, the prime minister sought to strike a chord of local sentiments by saying, 'If I say in simple Kanpuriya language, the enemy will be struck down ('haunk diya jaayegaa') wherever it is.' Laying out India's three principles in the fight against terror, PM Modi said, 'First, India will give a befitting reply to every terrorist attack with the timing, manner, and the condition of the reply to be decided by our armies themselves.' 'Second, India will no longer be scared of the threat of atom bombs nor would it make a decision on that basis. And third, India will see the masters of terror and the government patronising terror in the same light.' Highlighting India's growing defence capabilities, the Prime Minister said, 'Our Indian weapons, the BrahMos missile, entered the enemy's territory and wreaked havoc. They blasted wherever they targeted. We have got this power from the resolve of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.' Turning to Kanpur's development, he emphasised the city was playing a pivotal role in India's defence manufacturing growth. 'There is an old ordnance factory in Kanpur. We have converted seven such ordnance factories into big modern companies. The Kanpur node of the defence corridor is a big centre of Aatmanirbhar Bharat in the defence sector.' 'Big companies in the defence sector are coming here. The production of AK 203 rifles has begun in Amethi. The new address of the BrahMos missile that did not let the enemies sleep during Operation Sindoor is Uttar Pradesh,' PM said. The PM promised employment opportunities, large-scale investments, and renewed industrial growth in Kanpur and said, 'Taking Uttar Pradesh and Kanpur to newer heights of development is the first priority of this double-engine government.' 'The old glory of Kanpur will return again,' he declared. Slamming the previous dispensations in the state for 'ignoring' industrial development, PM Modi said, 'Industries kept migrating from Kanpur. The dynasty-orientated ('Parvarvadi') government kept its eyes closed. The result was that not only Kanpur but the entire Uttar Pradesh lagged behind.' About metro expansion in the city, he said, 'Kanpur Metro is the proof of the fact that if there is a government with right intentions, strong willpower and good intentions, then the development of the state is possible.' He referenced improvements in road and rail infrastructure, the modernisation of the Kanpur Central Station and the construction of an elevated rail corridor to ease traffic and pollution to bolster his point. 'The Kanpur Central railway station will get a modern and world-class look like an airport very shortly,' the Prime Minister said while informing the rally that more than 150 railway stations in Uttar Pradesh were being upgraded under the Amrit Bharat scheme. Underlining Uttar Pradesh's rise, PM Modi noted that the state now has the highest number of international airports in the country. 'We are making Uttar Pradesh a state of industrial possibilities.' He said self-sufficiency in energy and strong infrastructure are key to Uttar Pradesh's industrial growth. He inaugurated several power projects, including the 660 MW Panki, 660 MW Neyveli, 1320 MW Jawaharpur, 660 MW Obra-C, and 660 MW Khurja plants, terming them a major step toward meeting the state's power needs. Mentioning welfare measures such as the distribution of Ayushman Vay Vandana Cards for free medical care for the elderly, PM Modi said these efforts reflect the government's commitment to Kanpur and the state's development. About infrastructure, he said U.P. has moved beyond pothole-filled roads to a state known for its expressways and announced the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway will reduce travel time to 40-45 minutes with new links to the Purvanchal and Ganga Expressways. He also announced ₹1,000 crore for an elevated rail corridor to ease congestion and save time. About the MSME sector, he said earlier definitions discouraged growth, but revised norms and new budget provisions now support expansion. He noted past credit challenges are being addressed through schemes like Mudra Yojana and the Credit Guarantee Scheme. MSME loan guarantees have been raised to ₹20 crore, and credit cards with limits up to ₹5 lakh are being provided, PM Modi said. 'In this budget, we have made income up to ₹12 lakh completely tax-free. This has given new confidence to crores of middle-class families,' he said. Concluding his speech, the Prime Minister said, 'We will leave no stone unturned in working hard to take the country and Uttar Pradesh to new heights.' Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister met the family members of Shubham Dwivedi at the Chakeri airport here.
India.com
3 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
PM Modi meets family of slain Pahalgam victim Shubham Dwivedi, gets emotional
PM Modi meets family of slain Pahalgam victim Shubham Dwivedi, gets emotional Kanpur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met the family of Shubham Dwivedi of Hathipur area of Kanpur, who was shot dead in cold blood in the name of religion in the brutal April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack, and got emotional while conversing with the parents and wife of the slain victim. The PM met the family of Shubham Dwivedi, a 31-year-old businessman who was killed at Chakeri airport after landing in Kanpur. The young man recently tied the knot on February 12, lost his life in a brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam while on a family trip with his wife and relatives. Sanjay Dwivedi, father of Shubham Dwivedi, said that PM Modi had a word with his daughter-in-law Ashanya Dwivedi about the ghastly terror attack since Shubham was shot dead before her and got emotional.'I think that this incident has pained him a lot. It was a really emotional moment when he was standing with us. I think he will rest only when terrorism ends,' the grieving father told ANI. 'I didn't intend to put forward any demands. I wanted to meet him to express my gratitude for the action he has taken against terrorism…PM talked to my daughter-in-law and Shubham about the incident. He got emotional, and everyone else did as well,' he added. Dwivedi said that his only motive for meeting the Prime Minister was to express gratitude for initiating Operation Sindoor and for retaliating strongly against terrorism by striking deep into Pakistan's territory.'In retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, India responded strongly against terrorism by destroying terror camps. The Indian army was given a free hand. For this, I expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister on behalf of my family. I told him that he was not alone in this fight against terrorism. My entire family and community stand with you. The PM expressed condolences to our family. He said that the fight against terrorism will continue, and we will destroy terrorism completely,' he added. Ashanya Dwivedi, wife of slain victim Shubham Dwivedi, said that PM Modi offered his heartfelt condolences to the family and said that the fight against terrorism is long and will go on.'PM Modi said that the entire nation and the government are standing with us. He offered his condolences…PM Modi was very sad…PM Modi asked me about the Pahalgam terror attack…PM Modi said that the fight against terrorism has not ended,' the grieving wife told ANI. She apprised about her conversation with the Prime Minister and said he acknowledged her opinion on why the incident happened.'He also heard my opinions and acknowledged when I told him that they (the terrorists) wanted to divide Hindus and Muslims internally or they wanted to end the peaceful situation in Kashmir. He told me that he also thinks the same…PM Modi assured us of another meeting,' Dwivedi added
