Hyderabad: Former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu said talks with Pakistan should only focus on Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) and terrorism. He firmly stated that India doesn’t need any third-party mediation on the Kashmir issue.
Naidu made these comments during a Tiranga Yatra held at Tank Bund to honor the success of Operation Sindoor and to show support for India’s armed forces. The rally also condemned the recent terror attack in Pahalgam and backed the central government’s tough response.
He reminded the crowd that India is a peace-loving country and has never attacked any nation without reason. “We’ve always tried to keep good relations with our neighbors. But Pakistan supports terrorism and encourages attacks against India,” he said.
Naidu paid tribute to the soldiers involved in Operation Sindoor, which targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan and PoK. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for making strong and timely decisions during times of crisis.
He urged citizens to stand together, beyond divisions of caste, religion, language, or region, whenever the country’s security is at stake.
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, who led the rally, said Operation Sindoor was a major success. He highlighted India’s growing military strength and use of advanced technology. Reddy echoed Modi’s vision of eliminating terrorism completely.
Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, former advisor to the Union Defence Ministry, said the operation gave India a clear edge over Pakistan. He noted that since Modi took charge, there’s been a strong push for self-reliance in defense. “Our scientists have built the systems we need, and our forces are ready to use them,” he added.
Former Maharashtra Governor Ch. Vidyasagar Rao, along with leaders like DK Aruna, Etala Rajender, Visweshwar Reddy, and Jaya Prada, applauded the bravery of Indian soldiers. They called on the people to unite in protecting India’s sovereignty and integrity.
The Tiranga Yatra started at the Dr. BR Ambedkar statue and ended at the Swami Vivekananda statue along Tank Bund. Thousands joined the march, waving the tricolor and shouting slogans like “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” and “Vande Mataram.”
The event brought together a wide range of participants—doctors, lawyers, teachers, NCC cadets, army veterans, women’s groups, Brahma Kumaris, and students. The rally stood as a powerful symbol of national unity, cutting across political and social lines.
