According to a report by Greater Kashmir, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated on Monday that the nation's armed forces have been granted the necessary freedom and resources to respond decisively to security threats. Speaking at an event in New Delhi, Singh emphasized that India’s military strategy includes the capability to strike adversaries within their own territory if required to protect national interests.
During his address, the Defence Minister clarified that while India remains committed to peace and does not seek to occupy foreign land, it distinguishes clearly between a desire for peace and a position of weakness. He remarked that peace maintained out of fear is not sustainable, and that the government is prepared to authorize a befitting response to any nation that promotes terrorism against India.
Singh reiterated that the current administration has empowered the defence forces with both the operational autonomy and the logistical resources to handle external threats effectively. He noted that India has adopted a firm stance, indicating that there will be no dialogue with nations that continue to sponsor cross-border terrorism, signaling a shift toward a more proactive security posture in the region.
The report cites a direct public statement made by the Indian Defence Minister at an event in New Delhi. While the specific context of the address is single-sourced to Greater Kashmir, the content aligns with established Indian defense policy and previous public rhetoric from the minister regarding cross-border security.
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Original report: Greater Kashmir