PM Modi Ignored US VP’s Calls During National Security Meeting On May 9

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the Lok Sabha that he ignored multiple calls from US Vice President JD Vance on 9 May because he was attending a high-level national security meeting.

The calls came during Operation Sindoor, a 22-minute Indian offensive targeting terror infrastructure across the border, including strategic sites in Bahawalpur and Muridke.

“The US Vice President tried calling me four to five times,” PM Modi stated in Parliament. “But I was in a meeting regarding national security. I could not receive his calls. I returned the call later.”

India’s Unyielding Response

According to the Prime Minister, the American leadership expressed concern over a possible Pakistani military response.

PM Modi assured Vice President Vance that India was fully prepared and would deliver a significantly stronger response if provoked.

“If Pakistan dares to attack, it will pay a very heavy price,” he declared.

PM Modi clarified that this was a new India — confident in its capability, not restrained by past diplomatic hesitations.

“This time, India did not stop because of fear of international reaction. In fact, the world saw the scale of our response — from Sindoor to Sindhu,” he said, alluding not only to Operation Sindoor but also to India’s move to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty.

Global Reaction and Strategic Independence

Despite rising global concern, PM Modi asserted that no international leader explicitly asked India to halt its operations, indicating a shift in how the world perceives India’s right to self-defence.

He praised the Indian forces for showing both restraint and resolve, stating that they achieved India’s objectives without overextending the mission.

“India acted decisively, independently, and in full national interest,” he said. “We were not deterred by nuclear threats or diplomatic pressure.”

In his address, PM Modi also took aim at the Congress party, accusing it of failing to support India’s forces during a critical national moment.

“While the world backed us, it’s unfortunate that our own brave soldiers did not receive the support of Congress,” he remarked.

“This is the new India — an India that doesn’t seek permission to defend itself.”

PM Modi’s comments underscore the government’s intent to assert national sovereignty in defence matters, as analysts continue to examine Operation Sindoor for its precision and strategic impact.

The incident marks a defining moment in India’s evolving security posture and international standing.

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