Overview

• Addressing IDES trainees at the Vice-President’s Enclave, Dhankhar said Operation Sindoor remains active beyond the May strikes on terror camps in Bahawalpur and Muridke.
• He emphasized that all national decisions are made independently by India’s leadership and no external power can dictate the country’s policies.
• He framed the initial May operations as a calibrated, humanitarian response rooted in India’s non-violent traditions of Buddha, Mahavira and Gandhi.
• He cautioned against foreign narratives following President Trump’s claims of a brokered ceasefire and the alleged downing of Indian jets.
• His remarks come after India’s multi-nation diplomatic efforts in May and June to isolate Pakistan over cross-border terrorism.