Lucknow, May 9 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday described Operation Sindoor as a bold demonstration of a developed and self-assured India. Speaking at an appointment letter distribution event in Lucknow, the Chief Minister said the country no longer stays silent in the face of threats to its internal security.

"India does not interfere unnecessarily in others' affairs, but if anyone endangers our citizens or national security, the new India responds by striking at the source," he asserted. "The world saw our strength yesterday, and will continue to witness it in the future."

The CM made these remarks at Lok Bhavan auditorium while distributing appointment letters to 494 assistant teachers and 49 lecturers select...