'Jo Apne Hathiyaron Pe Ghamand Karte The...' PM Modi Takes Potshot at Neighbours Technological Capabilities

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing a large public gathering in Deshnoke, Bikaner, delivered a strongly-worded message aimed at India’s adversaries, subtly referencing the recent four-day military conflict where India showcased overwhelming strength and swift strategic capabilities.

#WATCH | Rajasthan | Addressing a public rally in Deshnoke, Bikaner, PM Modi says, "... Jo sindoor mitane nikle the, unhe mitti mein milaya hai... Jo Hindustan ka lahu bahate the, aaj katre katre ka hisab chukaya hai. Jo sochte the Bharat chup rahega, aaj gharon mein pade hain.… pic.twitter.com/gV8J0psJGF

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In an impassioned speech, PM Modi declared,

"...Jo sindoor mitane nikle the, unhe mitti mein milaya hai... Jo Hindustan ka lahu bahate the, aaj katre katre ka hisab chukaya hai... Jo sochte the Bharat chup rahega, aaj gharon mein pade hain. Jo apne hathiyaron pe ghamand karte the, aaj wo malde ke dher mein dabe hue hain..."

The Prime Minister's statements were seen as a clear reference to the swift and decisive retaliation undertaken by Indian forces in response to recent border escalations. Over a span of just four days, India not only neutralised cross-border threats but also sent a message that aggression against India will be met with calculated and proportionate strength.

Four-Day Conflict: Swift Strategy, Clear Victory

The four-day military engagement, though undeclared officially as a war, is widely seen as one of India's quickest and most precise defensive operations in recent times. Using high-tech intelligence, air surveillance, and surgical response strategies, India managed to dismantle multiple launch bases, intercept threats, and ensure zero civilian casualties on the Indian side.

Defence analysts have credited India's success to improved synergy between air and ground operations, electronic warfare systems, and pre-emptive neutralisation of threats before they could escalate.

This conflict, though brief, showcased India's indigenous defence manufacturing and modernised military readiness, especially in the use of locally developed missile systems, drones, and satellite-guided precision weapons.

PM Modi's Bikaner Visit: Infrastructure and National Security in Focus

Apart from the fiery political messaging, PM Modi’s visit to Bikaner included the inauguration of the redeveloped Deshnoke Railway Station, a project inspired by the region's temple architecture and aimed at improving connectivity for pilgrims visiting the Karni Mata Temple.

The Prime Minister also virtually inaugurated 103 Amrit Bharat Railway Stations across 18 states and UTs, including several in Rajasthan, under a nationwide redevelopment initiative costing over ₹1,100 crore. These stations, designed to reflect local heritage, are expected to transform passenger experience and boost regional tourism.

Addressing the crowd, PM Modi reiterated the government’s commitment to modernising India’s defence, transportation, and digital infrastructure, stating that the new India does not hesitate to strike when provoked, and believes in decisive action with dignity. 

Political Undertones Before Elections

With Rajasthan heading towards the polls, the Prime Minister’s Deshnoke speech also doubled as a mobilising pitch for nationalist sentiment. His emphasis on national security, religious symbolism like ‘sindoor’, and critiques of the opposition’s perceived weakness on defence echoed familiar themes from past election campaigns.

While no specific country was named, the veiled warnings to Pakistan and references to border infiltrators were evident, especially in the wake of recent ceasefire violations and drone activity.