Lucknow, July 13 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today said Operation Sindoor is a testament to India's growing strength.

Describing Operation Sindoor as a precise and fitting attack on Pakistan, comparable to the 1971 war, he said it demonstrated India's military capabilities and strategic clarity, showcasing the bravery of the armed forces.

Singh, who reached Lucknow on Saturday on a two-day visit, was addressing BJP workers at the Aishbagh Ramleela ground.

Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi for changing the world's perception of India, he highlighted India's rapid economic growth, stating that the country has jumped from 11th to 4th place in terms of the size of its economy since Modi took office in 2014.

Singh predicted that ...