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Rajnath Singh: Armed Forces Have Full Operational Freedom for National Security
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News18•24-09-2026, 20:17
Rajnath Singh: Armed Forces Have Full Operational Freedom for National Security
- •Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that the government has granted operational freedom to India's security forces.
- •Speaking at the CNN-News18 Defence Conclave 2026, Singh emphasized the government's firm support for the armed forces.
- •He highlighted that security forces are empowered to make necessary operational decisions to safeguard national security.
- •Singh's remarks contribute to ongoing discussions about India's defence preparedness and evolving strategic environment.
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Speaking at the CNN-News18 Defence Conclave 2026, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that the government has given full operational freedom to India's security forces and stands firmly behind them to make necessary operational decisions for safeguarding national security.
Rajnath Singh declared that India made it clear through Operation Sindoor that it will no longer tolerate nuclear blackmail, adding that any hostile action from Pakistan would be treated as an act of war.
During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Navy maintained sustained pressure in the Arabian Sea with full preparedness, forcing Pakistan's entire navy to remain confined to its ports throughout the campaign.
