‘If They Want To Survive…’: PM Modi Calls On Pakistan To Act Against Terrorists In Stark Warning – News18

Last Updated:May 13, 2025, 10:42 is

PM Modi, in his address to the nation, said Operation Sindoor had established a new normal, where India would give a strong response if attacked.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his first address since Operation Sindoor on Monday, warned that Pakistan’s continued support for terrorism – both by its government and military – would ultimately lead to the country’s downfall.

This was Prime Minister Modi’s first address to the country since India launched ‘Operation Sindoor’ against Pakistan-based terror camps on May 7. He has spoken about the Pahalgam terror attack three times since April 22, during which he warned of harsh punishment to the perpetrators.

“Certainly, this is not an era of war. But it is also not an era of terrorism. A zero-tolerance policy against terrorism is the guarantee for a better world. The Pakistani army and government, which are nurturing terrorism, will one day bring an end to Pakistan itself. If Pakistan wants to survive, it must eliminate terrorism. There is no other path to peace,” he said in his address.

“Operation Sindoor has set a new standard in the fight against terrorism. It has established a new normal. First, whenever there is a terrorist attack on India, a strong response will be given. We will respond in our own way and take action at every place where the roots of terrorism are found. Second, India will not tolerate any nuclear blackmail,” he said.

He also vowed that India would continue to take decisive steps to protect India and its citizens from danger. “On the battlefield, we have always defeated Pakistan and this time, Operation Sindoor has added a new dimension,” he said.

The Prime Minister asserted that Indian drones and missiles struck at the heart of the neighbouring country, damaging key Pakistani air bases and causing such decimation that Pakistan was forced to plead with the world to de-escalate the situation. He said India had suspended retaliatory actions after considering Pakistan’s request for a ceasefire and that India would assess every step taken by Pakistan on terrorism.

PM Modi also lauded the contribution of Indian soldiers, saying they displayed unmatched courage to achieve the objectives of Operation Sindoor. He also dedicated the mission to all mothers, sisters and daughters of the country.

“The brutality shown by terrorists in Pahalgam on April 22 shook the nation and the world. Innocent, unsuspecting civilians enjoying their holidays were mercilessly killed, after being asked their religion, in front of their families, in front of their children. This was a horrifying face of terror, an act of cruelty and a vile attempt to break the harmony of the country,” he added.

‘Inspiring’: Union Ministers Hail PM’s Address

Lauding the PM’s address, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that Modi demarcated the boundary for India’s enemies through the example of OperationSindoor, in which our armed forces razed the very edifice of terrorism in Pakistan’s backyard. “Our armed forces have made Pakistan shudder with their might and set a new normal of zero tolerance for terrorism. Modi Ji has reiterated our resolve that Bharat will strike back the very moment our enemies dare to make a mistake,” he said.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called the PM’s address to the nation “inspirational”.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said PM Modi has put India’s policy against terrorism before the whole world with great clarity and firmness.

Singh also thanked the Prime Minister for his strong leadership.

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