"Our Navy Guardian In Indian Ocean": PM Modi's Top Quotes To Navy On Diwali

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali aboard INS Vikrant with Indian Navy personnel, lauding their crucial role in safeguarding global trade routes and praising their valour during Operation Sindoor.
 

1. The extraordinary coordination among the three services together compelled Pakistan to surrender during Operation Sindoor.
2. Indian Navy is playing a crucial role in global stability. Fifty per cent of the world's container ships go through the Indian Ocean. Our Navy is the guardian keeping this route safe.
3. The night spent yesterday on INS Vikrant is hard to put into words. I saw the immense energy and enthusiasm you all were filled with. When I saw you singing patriotic songs yesterday, and the way you described Operation Sindoor in your songs, no words can ever fully convey the experience that a jawan feels standing on a battlefield.
4. I am fortunate that this time I am celebrating this holy festival of Diwali among all you brave soldiers of the Navy.
5. Today, on one side I have infinite horizons, infinite sky, and on the other side I have this giant, INS Vikrant, embodying infinite powers. The glow of the sun's rays on the ocean's waters is like the Diwali lamps lit by brave soldiers.
6. Today is an amazing day. This scene is memorable. Today, on one side, I have the ocean, and on the other, I have the strength of the brave soldiers of Mother India.
7. Everyone wants to celebrate Diwali with their family. I, too, am accustomed to celebrating Diwali among my family members. That is why I come to celebrate Diwali among all of you, whom I consider my family. I am also spending quality time with my family here. This Diwali is truly special for me.
8. The deep night of the ocean and the sunrise this morning have made my Diwali special in many ways... From the decks of INS Vikrant, I send Diwali greetings to the people of the country. Most importantly, heartfelt Diwali wishes to your families as well.
9. Thanks to the valour and determination of our security forces, the nation has achieved a significant milestone. We are eliminating Maoist terrorism.
10. I remember when INS Vikrant was being handed over to the nation, I had said that Vikrant is vast, immense, and magnificent. Vikrant is unique and special. It is not just a warship; it is a testament to India's hard work, talent, capability, and commitment in the 21st century. The day India received the Swadeshi INS Vikrant, our Indian Navy discarded a major symbol of colonial subjugation. Inspired by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, our Navy adopted a new flag.