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During his address to naval personnel aboard the indigenous aircraft carrier, PM Modi praised the Indian Navy’s legacy of strength and vigilance
PM Modi addressed navy personnel on Diwali. (PTI)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said INS Vikrant struck fear in Pakistan and it “gave them sleepless nights.” Speaking during his Diwali address to naval personnel aboard the indigenous aircraft carrier, PM Modi said, “INS Vikrant’s very name took away Pakistan’s sleep. If just its name could shake the enemy’s courage, that is INS Vikrant for you.”
Addressing the Navy personnel on board INS Vikrant, the Prime Minister praised the Indian Navy’s legacy of strength and vigilance, describing the warship as a powerful symbol of India’s maritime might and national pride.
Prime Minister Modi said it was his privilege to celebrate Diwali with the country’s brave naval personnel aboard INS Vikrant. Celebrating the festival with members of the armed forces off the coast of Goa and Karwar, he honoured their courage and dedication, calling the occasion deeply symbolic and memorable.
“Today is an amazing day. This scene is memorable. On one side, I have the ocean, and on the other, the strength of the brave soldiers of Mother India,” PM Modi said.
Highlighting India’s military prowess, he added, “The fear created by the Indian Navy, the amazing skill displayed by the Indian Air Force, and the bravery of the Indian Army — the tremendous coordination of the three forces forced Pakistan to surrender so quickly in Operation Sindoor.”
PM Modi further described INS Vikrant as a “towering symbol of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Made in India.” He said the indigenous warship represents the nation’s hard work, innovation, and determination. “INS Vikrant, tearing through the oceans, is a reflection of India’s military might. It is not merely a warship, but a testimony to 21st-century India’s talent, impact, and commitment,” he said.
“Vikrant is huge, vast and panoramic. Vikrant is outstanding, Vikrant is also special,” the Prime Minister added.
“Today is an amazing day. This scene is memorable. On one side, I have the ocean, and on the other, the strength of the brave soldiers of Mother India,” PM Modi said.
Standing on the deck of INS Vikrant, he added, “Today, on one side I have infinite horizons and sky, and on the other stands INS Vikrant, embodying infinite power. The glow of the sun’s rays on the ocean’s waters feels like the Diwali lamps lit by our brave soldiers.”
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, “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… pic.twitter.com/UrGF2gngn6— ANI (@ANI) October 20, 2025
PM Modi said the night he spent aboard the warship was an unforgettable experience, filled with the spirit of patriotism and pride. “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,” he said.
“When I saw you singing patriotic songs and describing Operation Sindoor through your performances, I realised that no words can truly capture what a soldier feels while standing on the battlefield.”
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates Diwali with brave armed forces personnel, at INS Vikrant off the coast of Goa and Karwar.PM Modi says, “Today, on one side I have infinite horizons, infinite sky, and on the other side I have this giant, INS Vikrant, embodying… pic.twitter.com/gBQ1bWeZQr
— ANI (@ANI) October 20, 2025
“I feel fortunate to be celebrating this sacred festival of Diwali with you, the brave soldiers of our Navy,” the Prime Minister said while marking the festival aboard INS Vikrant, stationed off the coast of Goa and Karwar.
PM Modi On Strength Of Indian Navy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he was deeply moved by witnessing the strength and spirit of India’s naval forces up close. “I was observing the strength of the military equipment. These large ships, aircraft that move faster than the wind, these submarines — they are impressive in themselves, but what makes them truly formidable is the courage of those who operate them,” he said.
“These ships may be made of iron, but when you board them, they become living, breathing forces of the armed services,” the Prime Minister added. “I have been with you since yesterday, and in every moment, I have learned something. When I left Delhi, I thought I would experience this moment myself. But your hard work, penance, and dedication are on such a high level that I could not truly live it — I could only understand it. I can only imagine how difficult it must be to live this life every day.”
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