Operation Sindoor has triggered a fierce political clash. Prime Minister Modi praised the armed forces at Bikaner airbase and reaffirmed the 'Yeh Naya Bharat Hai' doctrine. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi accused him of damaging India’s prestige and questioned the ceasefire with Pakistan. In response, the BJP accused Gandhi of “echoing Pakistan’s voice.” The operation outlined three key principles for countering terrorism, emphasising a firm retaliatory stance.