Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 10:12am on 22 May 2025,Thursday India Global
On May 22, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a rally in Bikaner, declared that India would neither engage in trade nor dialogue with Pakistan unless the discussion centers solely on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). He referenced the recent Pahalgam terror attack, emphasizing that "140 crore Indians felt the pain." Modi highlighted India's swift retaliation through Operation Sindoor, which neutralized nine major terror hideouts within 22 minutes. He asserted India's resilience against nuclear threats and stated that the armed forces have full autonomy to act. Additionally, Modi inaugurated infrastructure projects worth ₹26,000 crore, including the redevelopment of Deshnok railway station and the Bikaner-Mumbai Express, underscoring the government's commitment to national development.
