Singh commended the Indian military’s success in neutralizing threats and maintaining regional stability.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday raised serious concerns over the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) recent financial assistance to Pakistan, warning that such aid may inadvertently support terror-related activities.
While addressing personnel at the Bhuj Air Force Station, Singh said that New Delhi firmly opposes the possibility of any funds, particularly those linked to Indian contributions to global institutions like the IMF, being misused to foster terrorism in the region.
"In the current geopolitical context, providing monetary support to Pakistan is akin to indirectly financing terrorism," Singh stated. "India strongly urges the IMF to reassess its decision to grant $1 billion in aid to Pakistan and to avoid extending further assistance in the future."
Singh’s remarks come amid heightened vigilance along the borders and in the wake of recent anti-terror operations carried out by Indian forces. Referring to the recent Operation Sindoor, he commended the Indian military’s success in neutralizing threats and maintaining regional stability.
He specifically praised the Indian Air Force for its exceptional role, noting, “Our Air Force continues to scale greater heights, demonstrating unmatched bravery and precision in counter-terror operations.”
Singh’s visit to the Bhuj Air Force base was aimed at reviewing the current security landscape and assessing preparedness along the western frontier.
The Defence Minister’s comments underscore India’s longstanding position that international aid to Pakistan should be closely monitored to prevent any misuse that could undermine regional peace and security.
