‘Gave Free Hand To Soldiers In Operation Sindoor’ — Modi's 79th Independence Day Speech

In his 79th Independence Day speech, PM Modi lauded the armed forces for Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror bases in Pakistan. Nine IAF pilots and four Army soldiers received the Vir Chakra, while IAF S-400 teams earned special commendations. CRPF led gallantry honours with 23 awa