'Take Care Of Your House': Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Slams Pakistan On Bringing Kashmir Issue In World Forums

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also said that Pakistan has no legitimate claim over Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) since it acquired the region unlawfully.

While addressing a national security conclave at the University of Jammu in the Union Territory, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said it has been a constant effort by many anti-India forces to create an atmosphere of instability within India after the country became independent.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that India's prestige and stature have risen on the international stage during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tenure. Addressing a ‘National Security Conclave’ in Jammu, Defence Minister emphasized the persistent efforts of various anti-India elements to sow instability within the country since its independence. He criticised Pakistan, highlighting the continuous large-scale efforts originating from its soil.

जब से भारत आजाद हुआ है, कई भारत विरोधी ताकतों की यह लगातार कोशिश रही है कि या तो सीमाओं पर, या फिर सीमाओं के रास्ते से भारत के भीतर अस्थिरता का माहौल बनाया जाये। पाकिस्तान की जमीन से इसके लिए बड़े पैमाने पर लगातार कोशिश की गई है: रक्षा मंत्री

— रक्षा मंत्री कार्यालय/ RMO India (@DefenceMinIndia) June 26, 2023

Singh further asserted that the previous UPA government failed to take effective action against terrorism, whereas, under PM Modi's leadership, the government has undertaken decisive measures to combat terrorism.

The Defence Minister underscored the significance of zero tolerance against terrorism, stating that India, for the first time, conveyed this message not only to its citizens but also to the world.

इसी तरह Terror Funding को समाप्त करने पर भी Joint Statement में बात की गई। यह छोटी कामयाबी नही है क्योंकि इससे यह सिद्ध हो गया है कि भारत जो कुछ भी पाकिस्तान प्रायोजित आतंकवाद को खत्म करने के लिए कर रहा है, वह सही दिशा में जा रहा है: रक्षा मंत्री

— रक्षा मंत्री कार्यालय/ RMO India (@DefenceMinIndia) June 26, 2023

"We have put an end to the financing of terrorism," asserted Singh. He added that the government has also curbed the supply of arms and drugs, while concurrently dismantling underground networks and eliminating terrorists.

Singh issued a warning to Pakistan, urging them to refrain from expressing concerns and discussing Kashmir. He said, "From his (Pakistan) side again there has been a rote statement that India is diverting the attention of the world from Kashmir. I want to clearly tell the government of Pakistan that nothing will be achieved by rote of Kashmir. Take care of your house. It should not be a surprise if anything goes in the kind of situation there."

स्वाभाविक है कि पाकिस्तान के हुक्मरानों को इस Joint Statement से मिर्ची लगेगी। उनकी तरफ से फिर से वहीं रटा रटाया बयान आया है कि भारत दुनिया का कश्मीर से ध्यान हटा रहा है। मैं पाकिस्तान की सरकार को स्पष्ट बताना चाहता हूं कि कश्मीर की रट लगा कर कुछ हासिल नही होगा। अपना घर संभालिए।…

— रक्षा मंत्री कार्यालय/ RMO India (@DefenceMinIndia) June 26, 2023

During the keynote address, Singh commended the strong action taken against terrorism in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. He highlighted that Pakistan has no legitimate claim over Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) since it acquired the region unlawfully.

PoK पर सिर्फ गैर कानूनी कब्जा कर लेने से पाकिस्तान की कोई Locus Standi नहीं बनती है। भारत की संसद में PoK को लेकर एक सर्वसम्मत प्रस्ताव पारित है कि वह भारत का ही हिस्सा है। इस मंशा के एक नहीं कम से कई प्रस्ताव संसद में अब पारित हो चुके है: रक्षा मंत्री

— रक्षा मंत्री कार्यालय/ RMO India (@DefenceMinIndia) June 26, 2023

The national security conclave was organized to showcase the achievements of the Narendra Modi-led government. Singh acknowledged that corruption has not been entirely eradicated, emphasizing the need for systemic changes rather than mere rhetoric. He commended PM Modi's initiatives in this regard.

Singh also lauded the significant increase in India's global standing during the nine years of the Modi government, considering it a major accomplishment under PM Modi's leadership, as reported by the news agency PTI.

The Defence Minister praised PM for his prompt decision-making abilities, citing the establishment of 22 AIIMS (All India Institutes of Medical Sciences) and 225 medical colleges as examples.

Expressing appreciation for the youth, Singh stated that they possess a strong desire to make a difference. He highlighted the burgeoning number of startups, which has reached nearly one lakh.

During his day-long visit to the Union Territory, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was accompanied by Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office Jitendra Singh. He was received at the airport by BJP's Jammu and Kashmir unit chief Ravinder Raina. Singh also held meetings with several other senior leaders, including MP Jugal Kishore and Jammu Mayor Rajinder Sharma. Approximately 1,500 specially invited guests, including defence experts, retired decorated army officers, academics, doctors, and young individuals, attended the conclave.