On May 8, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting with secretaries from various ministries and departments to assess national preparedness and strengthen inter-ministerial coordination. The meeting followed India's Operation Sindoor, which targeted nine terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7, in response to the Pahalgam attacks on April 22.

During the meeting, PM Modi stressed the importance of maintaining vigilance, ensuring strong coordination between government institutions, and maintaining clear and consistent communication. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to national security and the safety of all citizens.

Key Instructions to Ministries

The Prime Minister directed all secretaries to conduct a thorough review of their ministries’ operations. He emphasized the need to strengthen emergency response systems, enhance internal communication protocols, and ensure the smooth functioning of all essential services.

Major Issues Discussed

Several key issues were covered in the meeting, including the enhancement of civil defence mechanisms, strategies to counter misinformation and fake news, and measures to protect critical infrastructure. Ministries were also instructed to work closely with state governments and local institutions to ensure coordinated efforts on the ground.

Who Attended the Meeting

The meeting was attended by the Cabinet Secretary, senior officials from the Prime Minister’s Office, and secretaries from crucial ministries such as Defence, Home Affairs, External Affairs, Information and Broadcasting, Power, Health, and Telecommunications.