Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday declared that if the Indian Navy had been fully deployed during Operation Sindoor, Pakistan could have been split into four parts.
Speaking aboard INS Vikrant, India’s first indigenously-built aircraft carrier, Singh said the 1971 war proved the Navy’s ability to change history.
“If the Navy had gone into full action during Operation Sindoor, Pakistan would not just have been divided into two—it might have broken into four parts,” the Defence Minister asserted.
Rajnath Singh clarified that Operation Sindoor was not over, but a ‘pause and a warning’.
“If Pakistan repeats its mistake, India’s response will be even harsher. And this time, Pakistan won’t get a chance to recover,” he warned.
Singh described Operation Sindoor as more than a military move.
“It was India’s direct assault on terrorism. We will employ every method Pakistan can imagine, and even those it cannot,” he said.
INS Vikrant: Symbol Of Power & Preparedness
The Minister lauded the INS Vikrant Carrier Battle Group as a symbol of India’s maritime strength and strategic intent.
Addressing naval personnel, the Defence Minister said, “Your mere preparation broke the enemy’s spirit. Pakistan did not need to see action—your readiness alone stunned them.”
Referring to the 2008 Mumbai attacks, Singh said, “Hafiz Saeed is the mastermind of the Mumbai carnage. Justice must be done for that heinous crime committed through the sea route. But justice cannot be delivered in Pakistan.”
The Defence Minister noted India’s success in securing the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, another accused in the attacks.
Talks Only On Terrorism & PoK, Says Singh
Singh dismissed Pakistan’s calls for dialogue.
“Their Prime Minister reiterated it yesterday—but we’ve made it clear—talks will only be about terrorism and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir. If Pakistan is serious, it must hand over terrorists like Hafiz Saeed and Masood Azhar,” he said.
The Defence Minister highlighted Vikrant’s operational capabilities, noting that it can house over 30 aircraft, including fighter jets and helicopters.
“Standing on Vikrant fills me with happiness, pride, and confidence. As long as our maritime borders are in your hands, no one can challenge us,” Singh declared.
Rajnath Singh said the Navy executed multiple successful firings from both coasts within 96 hours.
“This shows our combat readiness and strategic reach,” he stated.
The Defence Minister emphasised modern warfare’s changing nature.
“Today, wars are fought not only with bullets and bombs but also through cyber capabilities, space dominance, and strategic deterrence. Our Navy leads in all these areas. It is not just the guardian of the Indian Ocean but a strategic global force,” he concluded.
Rajnath Singh praised the coordination between the armed forces and other ministries during Operation Sindoor.
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