Made-in-India weapons played key role in protecting the nation during Operation Sindoor: PM Modi

Imphal: Made-in-India weapons played a significant role in protecting the nation during Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said during a visit to Mizoram on Saturday. He said the country is also witnessing a strong growth in exports of locally-manufactured products.

The PM laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development projects worth over Rs 9,000 crore in the state capital Aizawl. These projects will cater to multiple sectors including railways, roadways, energy and sports.

Addressing a public rally virtually from Mizoram's Lengpui Airport near Aizawl as he could not reach the Lammual Ground venue in the city due to heavy rain, the PM said India's economy has recorded a growth of 7.8% in the first quarter of 2025-26. "This means India is the fastest growing major economy in the world. The country is also witnessing strong growth in Make-in-India and exports."


Referring to Operation Sindoor, he said the nation saw how Indian soldiers taught a lesson to those who sponsor terror. He said the entire country was filled with pride for the armed forces, adding that the growth of India's economy and manufacturing sector is crucial for national security.

Inaugurating Mizoram's first railway line, the Bairabi-Sairang broad gauge, he said, "From today, Aizawl will be on India's railway map". The PM had laid the foundation stone of the Rs 8,070-crore railway line project a few years ago. The line integrates Mizoram fully with the country's railway network.

Saying the project has been completed despite several challenges, including difficult terrain, the PM commended the skills of engineers and the spirit of workers, stating that their efforts made this achievement possible. The PM announced that for the first time, Sairang in Mizoram will be directly connected with Delhi by the Rajdhani Express.