Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asserted that "Operation Sindoor" showcased a new face of India to the world, demonstrating the nation's capabilities and resolve. Speaking in Bengaluru on Sunday, August 10, 2025, Modi emphasized that India "brought Pakistan to its knees within hours" during the operation.

Operation Sindoor, initiated on May 7, 2025, followed the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians. India responded with a coordinated tri-services offensive targeting terror infrastructure linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba deep inside Pakistan. The operation involved precision strikes by the Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy against designated targets.

Modi highlighted the role of Indian technology and the "Make in India" initiative in the success of Operation Sindoor. He stated that the world witnessed India's ability to destroy terror hubs by targeting them deep inside Pakistan. The Prime Minister also acknowledged the significant contribution of Bengaluru and its youth to the operation.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) played a crucial role in delivering precision strikes against terror infrastructure, including the Nur Khan Air Base and the Rahimyar Khan Air Base. Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh announced that the IAF had downed six Pakistani aircraft during the operation. India also claimed to have neutralized Pakistan's missile and drone capabilities and destroyed multiple defence systems in major Pakistani cities.

The Indian Navy asserted maritime dominance by deploying its Carrier Battle Group (CBG) equipped with MiG-29K fighter jets and airborne early warning helicopters. This ensured persistent surveillance and real-time identification of threats across the maritime domain. India deployed 36 naval ships, including a Carrier Battle Group, establishing surveillance and a de facto blockade along Pakistan's coast.

Operation Sindoor has led to heightened tensions, with the Indian and Pakistani navies scheduled to conduct separate firing drills in the Arabian Sea. These exercises signal increased naval activity and strategic posturing in a region critical to both countries' maritime security interests.

The operation also reflects a shift in India's policy against terrorism, where any attack on Indian soil will be considered an act of war. This could lead to the Indian Navy being brought into action earlier, with potential maritime strikes on designated targets.

Modi emphasized the importance of modern infrastructure and urban planning for India to compete and lead globally. He reiterated his government's commitment to completing modern infrastructure projects and making cities like Bengaluru future-ready. He noted that Bengaluru is seen as a symbol of the rise of New India.