India, May 29 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday asserted that India demonstrated a powerful yet restrained response to Pakistan's provocations during Operation Sindoor, highlighting that while Indian forces were capable of inflicting greater damage, the government chose to showcase discipline and strategic coordination to the world.

Addressing the inaugural plenary of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) summit in the capital, Singh emphasized the dual goals of national security and self-reliance, praising the role of the Make in India initiative in bolstering India's defense readiness.

"You saw how we first destroyed the terrorist hideouts and then the enemy's military bases and airbases," Singh said. "'Karne ko hum k...