Rajnath Singh urges Armed Forces to never underestimate adversaries and remain alert & ready always

Rajnath Singh took stock of the security situation and the operational preparedness of the Indian Army during the Army Commanders’ Conference in Jaisalmer, and the visit to the forward areas of Tanot and Laungewala in Rajasthan on October 24, 2025. During the conference, detailed deliberations were held with the senior leadership of the Indian Army on key aspects including Grey Zone Warfare and the roadmap for Jointness, Aatmanirbharta and Innovation. Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, Vice Chief of the Army Staff Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh and all Army Commanders were in attendance.

 In his address, Raksha Mantri described Operation Sindoor as an embodiment of India’s military prowess & national character, and a demonstration by the soldiers that their strength lies not only in weapons, but also in their ethical discipline & strategic clarity. “Operation Sindoor will go down in history as not just a military operation, but also a symbol of the nation’s courage and restraint. The action taken by our forces against terrorists was in keeping with both policy precision and human dignity. The operation isn’t over. Our mission for peace will continue as long as even a single terrorist mindset remains alive,” he said.

            Shri Rajnath Singh underlined that Operation Sindoor has given rise to a new strategic thinking that India responds to any terrorist activity on its own terms. “This is New India’s Defence Doctrine, which embodies both resolve and courage,” he said. While Raksha Mantri expressed gratitude to the soldiers for standing guard 24X7 to protect the nation’s integrity, he exhorted them to never underestimate the adversaries and remain alert & ready always.