New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday praised the Indian Coast Guard for its role in Operation Sindoor last year against Pakistan, saying the operation once again proved the force's position as the frontline arm in India's multi-layered maritime security system.

Addressing the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard, Singh described Operation Sindoor as one of the organisation's major achievements, carried out during a period of heightened maritime sensitivity.

"One of your major achievements has also been Operation Sindoor, which was carried out during a period of heightened maritime sensitivity," he said.

The Defence Minister said the Coast Guard's swift and firm response played a critical ...