In a fierce and uncompromising speech delivered during the Lok Sabha session, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation through Parliament with a pointed message: India will no longer bow to international or internal pressures when it comes to national security. The Prime Minister’s address, coming amid intense debate over the Pahalgam terror attack and the swift counter-operation, “Operation Sindoor,” served both as a detailed explanation of India’s retaliation and as a scathing indictment of the Congress party’s past failures.
From calling out Pakistan’s duplicity and desperation to exposing what he termed as decades of Congress’s strategic blunders, Modi’s speech was part military posturing, part historical correction, and wholly political warfare.
Here’s a comprehensive analysis of the key takeaways from the Prime Minister’s address
1. “Pakistan pleaded for a ceasefire, but no one stopped India”
Setting the tone early on, PM Modi directly countered opposition claims that India agreed to a ceasefire under international pressure, especially the oft-repeated claim by Congress MP Rahul Gandhi that the United States forced India’s hand. Modi emphatically denied any foreign intervention.
“No leader in the world asked India to stop Operation Sindoor. It was not Trump. It was not Biden. It was not the UN. It was Pakistan who came begging,” the Prime Minister declared, his voice echoing across the House.
Modi clarified that the May 10 ceasefire with Pakistan was a result of Islamabad’s desperation, not global pressure. “We stopped only after Pakistan pleaded, and only after our goals were achieved,” he said.
#OperationSindoor | PM Narendra Modi says Congress leaders rattled by India’s global stance:
“What is sad and surprising is that those who consider themselves tall leaders of Congress are rattled by the fact that why India’s perspective was presented before the world. Perhaps a… pic.twitter.com/9oOJ1nM1fe
— Organiser Weekly (@eOrganiser) July 29, 2025
2. The late-night call from JD Vance and India’s stern warning
In a gripping anecdote, Modi recalled receiving a late-night phone call from US Vice President JD Vance, who reportedly alerted the Indian side about potential large-scale retaliation being planned by Pakistan.
At the time, Modi said, he was holding a strategic meeting with Indian military commanders.
“He said Pakistan was planning a big attack. I told him clearly, ‘If that’s their intention, it will cost them dearly. Goli ka jawab gola se denge’,” Modi said, drawing thunderous applause.
The line, “We will answer bullets with bombs,” reflected a clear doctrine of deterrence under the current government. Modi made it known that any threat to Indian lives would be met with overwhelming force.
3. “Pahalgam attack was targeted at Hindus”
Shifting focus to the Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 civilians were killed, PM Modi made a chilling revelation: the attack was not random but specifically targeted Hindu pilgrims.
“This was not just an act of terror, it was an attempt to ignite communal violence. They attacked pilgrims because they were Hindus. The world saw the true face of Pakistan that day,” Modi stated.
The Prime Minister’s remarks highlighted the sectarian nature of the attack and justified India’s response through Operation Sindoor as a necessary act of justice, not just retaliation.
#OperationSindoor | PM Narendra Modi in Lok Sabha:
“Due to the weak governments of Congress, the country had to lose several lives, we had to lose our loved ones. Terrorism could have been reined in. Our government achieved this in 11 years, this is strong evidence. A big reason… pic.twitter.com/FCdBXkU1Pi
— Organiser Weekly (@eOrganiser) July 29, 2025
4. “The World stood with us, Congress did not”
One of the sharpest portions of Modi’s speech was reserved for the Congress party. He lashed out at the opposition benches for what he called a lack of patriotism and unity during a moment of national crisis.
“190 out of 193 UN countries supported our action during Operation Sindoor. The only people who questioned our army were sitting in this very House, wearing Congress badges,” Modi said.
He accused the Congress of undermining India’s credibility on the global stage, of raising doubts about India’s surgical and air strikes in the past, and of habitually siding with narrative distortions that aid the enemy.
5. Indus Waters Treaty: “Nehru signed away our rivers”
Diving into historical grievances, PM Modi trained his guns on India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, calling the Indus Waters Treaty a monumental diplomatic blunder.
“Nehru signed away our rivers without ensuring our own water security. To make it worse, he gave Pakistan money to build their dams. This was not diplomacy, it was naivety,” Modi remarked.
#OperationSindoor | PM Narendra Modi hits out at Congress over PoK and national security:
“Congress has always compromised on national security. Those asking why PoK wasn’t taken back must answer whose govt gave Pakistan the chance to capture it. The answer is clear.
Whenever I… pic.twitter.com/n5zg6HWVr2
— Organiser Weekly (@eOrganiser) July 29, 2025
He hinted that the government is actively reviewing the treaty’s provisions and India’s rights under it, suggesting that a tougher water policy toward Pakistan could soon emerge.
6. “MFN status to Pakistan after 26/11 was a national shame”
Highlighting the hypocrisy of past governments, Modi reminded the House that even after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, India continued to grant Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status to Pakistan under UPA rule.
“170 Indians were killed in cold blood. And what did the Congress government do? It gave Pakistan trade privileges. Is this national interest?” he said.
The Prime Minister called this one of the worst instances of misplaced priorities in Indian foreign policy, questioning why economic cooperation was prioritised over national security and justice.
#OperationSindoor | “I have said this earlier too that Bharat is a land of ‘Buddha’, not yuddha (war).
We want prosperity and peace. But we should never forget that the path to prosperity and peace passes through strength…”
—PM Narendra Modi in Lok Sabha pic.twitter.com/MKrDlrA3Zv
— Organiser Weekly (@eOrganiser) July 29, 2025
7. “Not one Pakistani diplomat was expelled after 26/11”
In one of the most damning statements of the session, PM Modi pointed out that not a single Pakistani diplomat was expelled following the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, despite overwhelming evidence of state-backed terrorism.
“Even when the entire world knew Pakistan was behind 26/11, Congress did not have the courage to send even one Pakistani envoy back. That was their idea of national security,” he said with visible disdain.
He contrasted that to his government’s approach, where Pakistani diplomats have been expelled, trade and diplomatic channels downgraded, and military actions taken swiftly in response to any attack.
#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi targets Congress over Pahalgam terror attack:
“The country is surprised that Congress has given a clean chit to Pakistan. They’re demanding proof that the terrorists were from Pakistan, exactly what Pakistan is also demanding.
Congress and Pakistan are… pic.twitter.com/Il7z8pO8jH
— Organiser Weekly (@eOrganiser) July 29, 2025
A new National security paradigm
More than a rebuttal of opposition claims, PM Modi’s speech was a declaration of a new Indian posture on national security, one based on swift retaliation, diplomatic clarity, and domestic unity. He emphasised that appeasement is over, and that India’s restraint must never be mistaken for weakness.
He ended his address with a stern message: “India’s patience is not its helplessness. Our silence is not surrender. Operation Sindoor is not the end, it’s the beginning of a new doctrine where India will lead from the front and defend every inch of its sovereignty.”
Home Minister and Denfese Minister minced no words
Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the Lok Sabha with a forceful defence of Operation Mahadev, which neutralised the perpetrators of the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. Shah emphasised the clarity of the operation’s findings, stating, “All three terrorists eliminated were Pakistani nationals, registered as voters in Pakistan, carrying materials sourced from there.” He sharply rebuked opposition leader P. Chidambaram’s doubts about the terrorists’ origins, declaring, “Those who question the evidence are either willfully blind or sympathising with the enemy.”
Shah also condemned the opposition’s attempts to politicise the operation, urging, “Do not look at the elimination of terrorists through the prism of religion,” a remark that triggered protests from opposition benches.
Akhilesh Yadav was speaking too much & disturbing the proceedings.
Amit Shah: Don't get sad after checking the religion of terrorists.
Akhilesh Yadav sat down quietly after that. 😂😂😂
Mota Bhai is unstoppable 🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/A3QCAKV0Mj
— Incognito (@Incognito_qfs) July 29, 2025
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, speaking in the Lok Sabha to initiate a 16-hour debate on Operation Sindoor, hailed it as a “legendary mission” that showcased India’s military precision. He asserted, “Within 22 minutes, our forces achieved all objectives, striking at the heart of those who orchestrated the Pahalgam attack.”
Rajnath ji: “I request even the opposition to applaud our brave armed forces.”
And look how the arrogant Rahul Gandhi refused to budge.
Why would he applaud when his propaganda and lies against our armed forces are being exposed? pic.twitter.com/gZr3qswwyZ
— Ankur Singh (@iAnkurSingh) July 28, 2025
Singh dismissed claims, including those attributed to former US President Donald Trump, that India had been swayed by external pressures, stating, “No foreign hand dictated our actions; Operation Sindoor was India’s resolve, executed independently.”
He further praised the armed forces, noting, “Our jets returned safely, proving our self-reliance in defense technology is not just a claim but a reality.”
In the Rajya Sabha, Singh elaborated on Operation Mahadev, underscoring its success in eliminating the three terrorists from The Resistance Front responsible for the Pahalgam attack. He drew a vivid analogy, saying, “Like Hanuman setting Lanka ablaze, our forces used indigenous drones and missiles to deliver justice swiftly.”
Singh emphasised the defensive nature of the operation, clarifying, “Operation Sindoor was not provocation but a message to the world: India will not tolerate terrorism on its soil.” He highlighted the operation’s global impact, stating, “Our actions have shown that India’s military capabilities are a force to be reckoned with, both internally and externally.”
Political aftermath and reactions on PM’s speech
As expected, PM Modi’s speech drew strong reactions across the political spectrum. The Congress benches remained visibly unsettled, with senior leaders offering no direct rebuttal inside the House. Outside Parliament, some Congress spokespersons accused the PM of politicising national security, but the lack of a cohesive counter-narrative was evident.
PM Modi’s address on July 29 was not just a response to a terrorist attack; it was a larger message to the nation and the world. It declared that India’s days of playing the silent victim are over. In Operation Sindoor, India demonstrated military resolve. In Modi’s speech, it reinforced diplomatic clarity and political purpose.
#WATCH | “On one hand, Bharat is moving ahead at a fast pace towards self-reliance, but Congress is becoming dependent on Pakistan for issues. Unfortunately, Congress is importing issues from Pakistan…”
—PM Narendra Modi in Lok Sabha pic.twitter.com/jeJ0PZo7A9
— Organiser Weekly (@eOrganiser) July 29, 2025
The Prime Minister made it clear: whether it is Islamabad’s terror factories or New Delhi’s corridors of appeasement, neither will go unchecked under his leadership.
As the session adjourned, the Lok Sabha echoed with slogans of “Bharat Mata ki Jai” a sound that, as PM Modi likely intended, marked the return of India’s unapologetic national pride.
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