‘Won’t Let Waters Of Sindhu Reach Patrons Of Terrorists’: Rajnath Singh’s Stern Message To Pakistan

Last Updated:June 13, 2026, 07:42 IST

Rajnath said that through Op Sindoor, government had demonstrated that it knows how to respond to those who do not understand language of peace and harmony "in their own language."

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said the NDA government would not allow the waters of the Sindhu river to reach those who sponsor terrorism, reiterating the Centre’s position after the Pahalgam terror attack.

Addressing an ‘Intellectuals Meet’ organised by the Telangana BJP in Hyderabad, Singh said, “After the Pahalgam terror attack, by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, we said that those whose tears have dried up should not expect water from us. We will not let the waters of the Sindhu reach the patrons of terrorists and enemies of humanity."

He said that through Operation Sindoor, the government had demonstrated that it knows how to respond to those who do not understand the language of peace and harmony “in their own language."

He also criticised Congress and other opposition leaders for questioning Operation Sindoor and the bravery of Indian soldiers, adding that the government had stated it would stop the supply of grain and water to Pakistan if terror attacks were carried out against India.

‘India A Trusted Global Partner’

Singh said India has emerged as a “trusted partner" globally and has consistently extended assistance to countries facing disasters. Referring to India’s support during the COVID-19 pandemic, he said the country is regarded as a “vishwa bandhu" (friend of the world). At the same time, he added that India’s enemies should remember that the country possesses “not only vaccines but also the BrahMos missile."

Speaking on the economy and manufacturing, the defence minister said India is producing goods not only for itself but also for the world. He expressed confidence that the country’s exports would reach USD 2 trillion over the next five years.

India’s Advancing Defence Sector

He also highlighted developments in the defence sector, stating that defence production is worth Rs 1.50 lakh crore and would increase to Rs 1.7 lakh crore within a month.

According to Singh, the defence budget allocation had risen to Rs 8 lakh crore from Rs 2.5 lakh crore during his tenure as home minister between 2014 and 2019. He added that defence exports currently stand at Rs 39,000 crore and are expected to increase further, with India exporting defence equipment to 100 countries.

NDA’s 12-Year Governance

Reviewing the NDA government’s achievements over the past 12 years, Singh cited the abrogation of Article 370, progress towards making the country largely Naxal-free, the implementation of GST, nationwide electrification and reforms in the justice system.

“There was a time when Congress used to say that no one could abolish Article 370. But you have seen our government abolish it with ease," he said.

He added that Kashmir, once associated with terrorism, is now witnessing growth in tourism, investments and employment opportunities. “The tricolour is flying at Srinagar’s Lal Chowk, Krishna Janmashtami is being celebrated there for the first time, Muharram processions are being taken out peacefully, and cinema halls that had remained shut for decades are being reopened," he said.

‘BJP Thinks About Next Generation, Not Next Election’

He also said the BJP had promised to push out illegal infiltrators and that they are being sent back from every BJP-ruled state, including West Bengal, where the party recently came to power.

He added that the NDA government had carried out reforms to waqf laws and that a beginning had been made towards implementing the Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand.

“Work is underway in many BJP-ruled states. What lies ahead, I need not spell out," he said.

Targeting the Congress, Singh alleged that the party treats the country as the fiefdom of a particular family. Referring to a writer’s account, he said Rahul Gandhi used to say before 2014 that “his time would come in 2024," which, according to Singh, reflected a belief in waiting for his time rather than working to win people’s confidence.

Asserting that the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are honest in both their work and intentions, Singh said the party always thinks about “the next generation, not the next election." He added that every rupee of India’s budget was being used to strengthen the country’s security and that there were no corruption allegations against the NDA government.

“The BJP and the NDA government are not worried about winning the next election, but about securing the future of the next generation. There is no gap between the party’s words and its deeds," he said.

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