Former Indian Ambassador Vidya Bhushan Soni criticised Pakistan amid ongoing tensions, calling it a "failed state" incapable of responding effectively due to internal disarray. He praised India's measured response and highlighted the professionalism of the Indian armed forces.
JD(U) leader KC Tyagi praised the Indian Army for its strong actions against Pakistan's attacks. He said that even though Pakistan continues its actions, India is ready to respond strongly if war is forced upon them.
Former Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal condemned Pakistan's provocative shelling on civilian areas in Punjab and other parts of India, which took place last night and praised the Indian Armed Forces for their prompt and effective response, while urging citizens to
Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa has strongly condemned Pakistan's failed drone attack attempt last night, lauding the Indian Army and central leadership for their swift and effective response and informed that Rajasthan CM stayed in office on Thursday night.
As India-Pakistan tensions escalated, Retired Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Gurinder Singh Dhillon, on Thursday praised the Indian armed forces for their strong response to cross-border terrorism and said the action against terror camps was "commendable."
Punjab Minister Harpal Singh Cheema praised the army for responding to Pakistan's failed drone attack. He assured the public of strong security measures, including school closures and better health services, and warned of action against black marketers.
In a swift response to rising security concerns following escalating tension and exchange of fire taking place between Indian and Pakistan, the Punjab government is stepping up its preparedness by sending cabinet ministers to border districts.
"Pakistan should understand that India had technical superiority. India's credibility across the globe is more since we are not like Pakistan, which would attack civilian establishments. We have only attacked terrorist camps in response (to Pahalgam terror attack). Pakistan is still not read
Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, has raised critical questions about Pakistan's claims of retaliation following India's Operation Sindoor, emphasising that Pakistan's actions are a response to strikes on terrorism infrastructure.
In response to escalating tensions along the international border, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma convened a high-level meeting to review and reinforce security arrangements across the state, with a special focus on the border districts, said a statement from CMO on Friday.
"I write to you with a deep sense of appreciation, following India's mature and restrained military response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack on May 7, 2025. I know it is lonely at the top there, and I also know that without a spiritual sense, deep reflection, and continuous prayer it is not
Jaishankar made it clear that India does not wish to escalate the situation further. But, if there is a military attack on India, it would give a firm response.