India-Pakistan conflict: Sukhbir Badal hails Army’s role in protecting Punjab, BJP welcomes Akali Dal's stand

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Wednesday praised the Indian Army for safeguarding the nation, with particular emphasis on the protection of Punjab amid heightened security concerns and cross-border threats. “The Indian Army has not only protected the nation but has especially safeguarded Punjab,” he said, highlighting that “most of the attacks were directed at Punjab, and the Army successfully intercepted and neutralised more than three drones.”

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