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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded the role played by the indigenously developed defence technology used in Operation Sindoor, which was launched against terror camps in Pakistan, in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack. He described the defence technology as a "testament to India's blood and sweat," which represents a self-reliant nation.

The remarks were made by him during his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat," which was broadcast for the first time since Operation Sindoor. PM Modi also said that the action taken by India has lent a new confidence and enthusiasm to the fight against terrorism across the world. He also showed the pictures of the terror sites that were destroyed by the Indian armed forces in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

"Today, the entire nation is united against terrorism, filled with anger, but determined. Today, every Indian's resolution is to eliminate terrorism. The valour displayed by our forces during Operation Sindoor has made every Indian proud. Operation Sindoor has lent a new confidence and enthusiasm to the fight against terrorism across the world," he said while addressing the 122nd Mann Ki Baat.

Here are some of the top quotes on Operation Sindoor from PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat:

• "Operation Sindoor is not just a military mission; it is a picture of our resolve, courage and a transforming India and this picture has infused the whole country with a sense of patriotism and has painted it in the hues of the tricolour."
  
  
• "The precision and accuracy with which our forces destroyed the terrorist hideouts across the border is extraordinary. Operation Sindoor is not just a military mission; it is a picture of our resolve, courage and a transforming India and this picture has infused the whole country with a sense of patriotism and has painted it in the hues of the tricolour."
  
  
• "Operation Sindoor has influenced the people of the country so much that many families have made it a part of their lives. In Katihar in Bihar, Kushinagar in UP, and many other cities children born during that period have been names 'Sindoor'."
  
  
• "Our soldiers destroyed terror bases; it was their indomitable courage, along with the power of weapons, equipment and technology made in India.  After this campaign, a renewed energy is visible in the whole country regarding 'Vocal for Local'. A parent remarked, "We will now buy toys only made in India, for our children. Patriotism will start from childhood." Some families have taken a pledge, "We will spend our next vacation in some beautiful place in the country." Many youngsters have pledged to 'Wed in India'; Someone also said, "Now every gift we give will be made by an Indian artisan."
  
  
• "You must have seen that in many cities, villages and small towns of the country, Tiranga Yatras were organised. Thousands of people came out holding the tricolour, to pay their respects & honour to the country's armed forces. In many cities, large number of youth gathered to become civil defence volunteers. We saw, videos from Chandigarh went viral."

PM Modi also spoke about the transformation of once-Maoist-dominated areas into vibrant centres of progress and education, Yoga Day, the first-ever bus service in Maharashtra's Katejhari village, academic achievements in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district, and Khelo India Games hosted in Bihar, among other topics.

Here are some other top quotes:

• "On account of the collective fight against Maoism, basic facilities have started reaching Maoist violence-affected areas as well. I want to tell you about a village named 'Katejhari' of the Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra where a bus has reached for the first time."
  
  
• "People of Katejhari village of the Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra had been waiting for this day for years. A bus could never run here before. Why? It’s because this village was affected by Maoist violence. And when the bus reached the village for the first time, people welcomed it by playing the Dhol-Nagara."
  
  
• "In 'Mann Ki Baat' we have already discussed the Bastar Olympics held in Chhattisgarh and the Science Labs in Maoist-affected areas. The children here have a passion for science. They are also doing great in sports. Such efforts show how courageous the people living in these areas are. These people have chosen the path of improving their lives amidst so many challenges."
  
  I am also very happy to know that the results of Dantewada district in the 10th and 12th examinations have been excellent. With about a 95 per cent result, this district topped the 10th results. In the 12th examination, this district secured the sixth position in Chhattisgarh."
  
  
• "Less than a month is left for 'International Yoga Day'. This occasion reminds us that if you are still away from yoga, join yoga now. Yoga will change the way you live your life. Since the beginning of 'Yoga Day' on 21 June 2015, attraction towards it is rising continuously. Myriad institutions are sharing their preparations for Yoga Day. The pictures of past years have been very inspiring. People in various countries have made 'Yoga Chain' or 'Yoga Ring'..."
  
  
• "Recently Khelo India Games were a big hit. Five cities of Bihar hosted the Khelo India games. Matches of different categories were held there. The number of athletes who reached there from all over India was more than five thousand. These athletes have praised the Sporting Spirit of Bihar and the warmth shown by the people of Bihar. Recently, 5 cities of Bihar hosted the Khelo India games. The number of athletes who reached there from all over India was more than 5000. The land of Bihar is very special. Many unique things happened here in this event. A total of 26 records were made in Khelo India this time..."
•  "Another important topic is ‘paper waste and recycling'. A lot of paper waste is generated in our homes and offices every day. In many cities like Visakhapatnam and Gurugram, many start-ups are adopting innovative methods of paper recycling. Some Start-Ups are making packaging boards from recycled paper, others are making newspaper recycling easier through digital methods. In cities like Jalna, some Start-Ups are making packaging rolls and paper cores from 100% recycled material..."