Lucknow,

26 Feb (HS): As the Balakot airstrikes marked the seventh anniversary on Thursday;

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praised the Indian Air Force's

great valour and stated that these men will be remembered with pride.

His

post on X, reads as follows: “Dedicated to the security and sovereignty of the

nation on the 7th anniversary of Balakot Air Strike, salute to the valiant air

warriors of the Indian Air Force @IAF_MCC. This bold and decisive operation

sent a clear message to the world that 'New India' will not compromise on its

sovereignty, the safety of its citizens, or its national identity. Jai Hind.”

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi