Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his keynote address at a summit in New Delhi on Saturday, emphasized how the security situation in India has dramatically changed. He stated that unlike previous governments, which allowed terrorism to thrive and make citizens feel unsafe, the current government has shifted the balance, ensuring that terrorists no longer feel secure, even in their own homes.
Reflecting on India’s fight against terrorism, PM Modi shared his recent experience viewing exhibits at the summit, including reports on the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack. He recalled how, in the past, citizens felt unsafe in their homes and cities due to terror sponsored by neighboring countries. “Today, the situation has changed. Terrorists who once operated freely now don’t feel safe in their own homes,” he said.
The Prime Minister also touched upon the historic moment of Jammu and Kashmir’s integration into India, recalling the excitement of the nation in October 1947. He noted that decades of indecision had kept the region embroiled in violence, but the recent changes have led to a more stable and secure environment. “The indecisiveness of the past kept Kashmir mired in violence for seven decades,” Modi said.
Highlighting the progress in the region, PM Modi pointed to the growing participation in democratic processes, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir. “It’s heartening to see news about record voter turnout in J&K,” he said, emphasizing the shift in the region towards peace and progress.
On a similar note, the Prime Minister also referred to his recent visit to the Bodoland region, where he attended the first-ever Bodoland Mohotsov on November 15, 2024. “It was a momentous achievement to witness the youth of Bodoland celebrating a cultural event in New Delhi, having renounced violence after decades of conflict,” Modi said, adding that the 2020 Bodo Peace Accord had been pivotal in transforming the lives of the people in the region.
