Chandigarh, May 9 -- Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday praised the Indian armed forces for carrying out a strong counter-strike under 'Operation Sindoor', and said the military action gave a "befitting reply" to Pakistan for killing innocent civilians.

Speaking to the media, CM Saini said, "I salute all jawans who are foiling the evil intentions of Pakistan. Through Operation Sindoor, our armed forces are giving a befitting reply to Pakistan for killing our innocent people... Pakistan needs to realise that a country won't develop through terrorism."

The remarks came after the Indian Armed Forces launched 'Operation Sindoor' in retaliation for the recent Pahalgam terror attack by Pakistan.

CM Saini expressed confidence ...