Daijiworld Media Network – Gwalior

Gwalior, Oct 14: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Monday said Operation Sindoor, India’s precision strike against terror hubs in Pakistan and PoK in May, created a “new matrix of decision and timing in warfare,” setting a new benchmark in the nation’s security doctrine.

Speaking at the 128th Foundation Day celebrations of Scindia School in Gwalior, General Chauhan emphasized that a war is not fought by the armed forces alone but by the entire nation. “Leaders, diplomats, and soldiers all play their respective roles at the time of war,” he said.

The CDS noted that after Operation Sindoor, a new normal has been established — “talks and terrorism cannot go hand in hand.” He added that India can no longer tolerate even the threat of a nuclear attack. “Pakistan thought it could do anything with its nuclear capability, but Operation Sindoor proved it wrong,” he asserted.

General Chauhan highlighted that the success of the operation was visible across sectors. “We outperformed our neighbour in every field, including sports,” he remarked, adding that the future belongs to India. “The coming era belongs to India, and we, the 140 crore people of this country, can achieve this together,” he said.

He also stressed that while the armed forces provide a safe and secure environment, nation-building remains a shared responsibility. “Our armed forces work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Wars today are fought with new technologies such as air defence, electronic warfare, and drones,” he said, urging students to contribute to India’s vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047.

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, alumni, and parents attended the event at the historic Gwalior Fort campus. The minister praised Operation Sindoor as “a symbol of courage and India’s cultural values,” noting that “several enemy bases were destroyed without any civilian casualties, thanks to teamwork and technology under General Chauhan’s leadership.”

On the occasion, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, an alumnus of Scindia School who briefed the media during the four-day conflict in May, received the prestigious Madhav Award. Recalling his school days, Misri said, “The four years I spent here shaped my career. It was here that I learnt to face challenges.”

Reflecting on the school’s legacy, Scindia said, “This day reminds us of a 128-year journey built on discipline and character. The Marathas stood as the first line of defence for the nation. Because of our Army’s uniform, 140 crore Indians sleep peacefully each night.”