Rajnath Singh Joins Hyderabad Liberation Day Celebrations: Honoring Our Heroes with Passion and Pride
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the ‘Hyderabad Liberation Day’ celebrations on September 17, 2025, emphasizing the continuity of military operations against terrorism. Speaking at the event held at Parade Grounds in Hyderabad, Singh categorically dismissed claims that external interventions led to a suspension of operations against terrorists. He underscored that “the operation against terrorists was not suspended due to the intervention of anyone,” reaffirming India’s stance on sovereignty in security matters.
The celebrations marked the anniversary of the merger of Hyderabad State, formerly under Nizam rule, with the Indian Union in 1948. In his address, Singh drew a parallel between the historical threat posed by the Razakars and contemporary terrorist actions, likening it to the deadly Pahalgam attack, where individuals were targeted based on their faith. He described these acts as severe assaults on India’s social fabric.
Reflecting on Operation Sindoor, Singh indicated that military actions would resume if any future terror threats emerge. He reiterated that no party intervened to cease operations, countering narratives suggesting such interference. “Some claim to have stopped the Indo-Pak conflict. Nobody did it. Pakistan’s Deputy PM made it clear that India rejected any third-party role,” he said, emphasizing Prime Minister Modi’s directive that the issue remains a bilateral one. The Defence Minister’s remarks came as tensions in the region continue to provoke debate over interventionist strategies.
Singh arrived in Hyderabad on the evening of September 16, 2025, welcomed by state BJP president N. Ramchander Rao and other party leaders, including Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy. The event attracted attention for its call to commemorate Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s pivotal role in the unification of princely states, with Rao urging citizens to partake significantly in the celebrations.
The historical implications of September 17, 1948, resonate differently across the political spectrum in Telangana. The BJP has long championed the interpretation of this date as a liberation from oppressive governance, pushing for official recognition and celebration by the state government for over two decades.
As the discourse surrounding Hyderabad’s liberation continues, the BJP’s stance seeks to position itself firmly within the narrative of national unity and security. With Singh’s remarks on terrorism and sovereignty, the party aims to rally support from its base while addressing more extensive security concerns and national pride.
This commemoration is more than a historical observation; it reflects ongoing debates about identity, security, and national integrity in contemporary India, resonating deeply with the sentiments of many citizens. As Hyderabad engages in celebrating its history, the discussions around security and intervention remain critical in shaping the future of the region and the country.
Original Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Hyderabad/rajnath-singh-hyderabad-liberation-day-celebrations-september-17-2025/article70060072.ece
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Publish Date: 2025-09-17 12:26:00
