Operation Sindoor: India has every right to defend against Pak-backed terror, says MEA

India reiterates its right to defend itself against Pakistan-backed cross-border terrorism. The country marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, military strikes carried out in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack. India gave a befitting reply to Pakistan for its sponsorship of cross-border terrorism, and will continue to work to strengthen the global fight against terrorism. The world knows that cross-border terrorism has long been used by Pakistan as an instrument of state policy.