In a deeply emotional and symbolic gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Indian Air Force Station at Adampur, Punjab, early Tuesday morning, just a day after addressing the nation about the bold and decisive Operation Sindoor. His visit wasn’t just a protocol—it was a heartfelt salute to the spirit and sacrifice of India’s brave air warriors and soldiers.
As the morning sun cast its first light over the air base, the Prime Minister walked among the men and women who had stared danger in the face and stood tall. These were not just soldiers in uniform—they were living symbols of grit, devotion, and unmatched patriotism.
Speaking about the experience, PM Modi shared a powerful message on X (formerly Twitter):
“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.”
He added with emotion, “India is eternally grateful to our armed forces for everything they do for our nation.”
The timing and location of his visit were no coincidence. Adampur was among the critical sites that faced enemy provocation during the cross-border escalations. Despite multiple attacks on over 26 locations from Srinagar to Gujarat—including Pathankot, Bhuj, and Udhampur—the Indian forces held the line and defended the nation with remarkable resilience. Though there were limited damages, the swift response from the forces under Operation Sindoor proved India’s strength and clarity of purpose.
During one of the mission briefings, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh highlighted how India’s armed forces swiftly neutralized incoming threats and prevented deeper damage. Operation Sindoor wasn’t just a military operation—it was a bold message: India will never tolerate harm to her people or her dignity.
In his first national address following the strikes, PM Modi paid tribute to every soldier, scientist, and intelligence officer who made Operation Sindoor a reality. He declared:
“With this operation, every terrorist now knows the price of wiping off the sindoor from the forehead of our daughters and sisters.”
Following intense firing exchanges, a ceasefire was reached between India and Pakistan on May 10. However, PM Modi made it crystal clear that while India has paused retaliatory strikes for now, the readiness to act remains sharp. “We will test every step of Pakistan,” he emphasized, adding, “terror and talks cannot go hand in hand.”
The Prime Minister reiterated that the only conversation India is willing to have with Pakistan is about Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. He drew a hard line: “Water and blood cannot flow together.”
Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7 in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 innocent lives—mostly tourists—was not just a reaction. It was a calculated, surgical operation that took out nine key terror hubs in Pakistan and PoK. Targets belonging to banned outfits like Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen were precisely hit.
Among those neutralized were notorious hubs such as the Markaz Subhan Allah in Bahawalpur and the Syedna Bilal camp in Muzaffarabad—long considered nerve centers of extremist violence.
Through his visit and words, PM Modi reminded every Indian that behind the barbed wires and airstrips stand real people—heroes—who fight not just for territory but for peace, honor, and the right of every Indian to live without fear.
As the echoes of Operation Sindoor settle, one message rings loud and clear from Adampur to every border post—India’s resolve is unshakable, and her defenders unmatched.
