In this picture published on August 25, 2025, the Minister of Defense Rajnath Singh speaks during the defense and sports academy in Jodhpur in Rajasthan. Photo: Pib over PTI
People in the border areas provided the armed forces full support during the Sindoor operation, said Defense Minister Rajnath Singh in Jodhpur on Monday (August 25, 2025).
Mr. Singh inaugurated the Adarsh defense and the Sports Academy in Jodhpur, where he emphasized the essential role of citizens in the protection of the nation. When he remembered the recent Sindoor operation, he said that unwavering support for people in border areas was proof that national security is the responsibility of every citizen, not only the government or the armed forces.
Mr. Singh appreciated the youth for his zeal and determination during an operation in which the Indian armed forces issued a decisive response to a terrorist attack in Pahalgam and achieved their goals with accuracy. He claimed that while terrorists killed innocent people “based on their dharma”, Indian forces destroyed those who protected them “based on their karma” and described the operation as a symbol of “new India”.
The Minister emphasized the importance of a combination of defense, education and sport and stated that the academy would instill the discipline, perseverance and determination between youth, qualities equally important to soldiers and athletes. He called on students who emerged from this confluence to make India proud of the national and global phases.
He acknowledged Rajasthan’s tradition of Valor and pointed out that while the state significantly contributes to Jawan ranks, he must produce more officers. He called on the youth to join the armed forces as leaders, and further strengthen the defense of the country.
The minister of culture and tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and other dignitaries were present at the ceremony.
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Published – August 25, 2025 14:31 IS IS
