NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday, travelled to Adampur Air Force Station in Punjab and interacted with the Indian Air Force personnel and soldiers stationed at the base.
He also lauded the Indian armed forces, expressing the nation's gratitude for their unwavering service and commitment.
This came just a day after his national address regarding Operation Sindoor, a high-profile counter-terrorism operation that India has hailed as a defining moment in its stance against terrorism.
Following his visit to Adampur Air Force, he shared a message on social media platform X, stating:
"India is eternally grateful to our armed forces for everything they do for our nation."
In the same post, the Prime Minister elaborated on his interaction with the defence personnel. "Earlier this morning, I went to AFS Adampur and met our brave air warriors and soldiers. It was a very special experience to be with those who epitomise courage, determination and fearlessness," PM said.
PM's visit underscores the government's continued efforts to boost the morale of the armed forces and recognise their frontline role in maintaining national security, particularly in the wake of Operation Sindoor.
The operation, which was carried out with precision and strategic depth, has been projected as a significant deterrent to cross-border terrorism.
Notably, in his televised address on Monday evening, Prime Minister Modi firmly stated that Operation Sindoor has "set a new normal" in India's counter-terrorism policy. He affirmed the nation’s resolute stance, saying that any future acts of terror would be met with uncompromising force.
He also delivered a stern warning to Pakistan regarding its ongoing support of terrorist groups.
"Being with terrorism will destroy Pakistan itself, so it is better to dismantle the terror infrastructure," PM said on Monday in his televised address to the nation, asking Pakistan to distance itself from terror networks.
The Prime Minister’s message reflected a broader strategic shift in India’s defence and diplomatic posture — one that prioritises pre-emptive measures and holds state sponsors of terrorism accountable. The address and visit have been widely viewed as part of India's assertive signalling in the region following the success of the military operation.