‘Sacrifice Won't Go In Vain'

PM hails brave soldiers as opposition slams govt after Chinese aggression

- Anand Kumar Patel 

In his first remarks on the violent face-off between the troops of India and China in Ladakh's Galwan Valley, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India wants peace but is capable of giving a befitting reply if instigated, and asserted that the sacrifice of our army men will not go in vain.

“India is culturally a peace-loving country...We have always worked closely with our neighbours in a cooperative and friendly manner. Always wished for their development and welfare. We never provoke anyone, but we also do not compromise with the integrity and sovereignty of our country. Whenever the time has come, we have demonstrated our power, proving our capabilities in protecting the integrity and sovereignty of the country,” he said.