Jammu- Asserting that Operation Sindoor was the result of the valour and sacrifice of the Indian armed forces, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said that the operation sent out a message to the world that India will avenge every drop of its citizens' blood.

He said India has shown to the world that it is among the most powerful countries after destroying enemy defence fortifications and airfields within minutes of launching Operation Sindoor.

“Operation Sindoor gave a message to the world that we will avenge every drop of an Indian citizen's blood. No one can dare raise their eyes towards our country,” the lieutenant governor said.

Sinha paid tribute to martyrs and felicitated ex-servicemen to mark commemoration of Diamond Jubilee of India's victory over Pakistan in 1965 war. The event was organised by Western Command and 26 Infantry Division in Jammu.

Addressing a mega rally of Ex-servicemen, the Lieutenant Governor said that 1965 war victory and recent Operation Sindoor was the result of the valour and sacrifice of soldiers of Indian armed forces which is considered among the strongest across the globe.

The Lieutenant Governor recalled the sacrifice of 1965 war heroes and paid homage to all the martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice, defending the sovereignty and integrity of India.

He said the abode of soldiers, who are the first line of defence against terror country Pakistan is a sacred land.

“Unwavering devotion to ex-servicemen is the fundamental foundation of my policies. Personally, for me the land of veterans is no less than a pilgrimage site. Our veterans have made immense contribution in economic growth, social transformation and the resurgence of a glorious India,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

He recalled the valour of 26 Infantry Division during Operation Sindoor and army's selfless work in saving people's lives during recent natural calamities.

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