*Operation Sindoor Anniversary: Rajnath Singh hails armed forces for their valour, courage*

New Delhi, May 07 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday paid rich tributes to the valour and sacrifices of the Indian armed forces on the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, describing it as a symbol of “national resolve and preparedness”.

In a post on X, Singh, according to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said the operation reflected the armed forces’ “unmatched precision, seamless jointness and deep synergy across services”, setting a benchmark for modern military operations.

“On the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, we salute the valour and sacrifices of our armed forces, whose courage and dedication continue to safeguard the nation,” he said.
“Operation Sindoor stands as a powerful symbol of national resolve and preparedness, showing that our armed forces are always ready to act decisively when it matters most,” Singh said.

He also said the operation was a testament to India’s progress towards achieving self-reliance in defence capabilities under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

“It also stands testament to India’s steady advance towards achieving Atmanirbharta, enhancing capability while reinforcing resilience,” he added—