CHENNAI: Leader of Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami on Friday congratulated the Indian Armed Forces for successfully neutralising the Lahore radar system and protecting the nation from Pakistani drone attacks on Indian territory following the successful ‘Operation Sindoor’, a counter-offensive launched in retaliation for the killing of 26 tourists in Pahalgam.

“This is a time for all of us to unite as a nation and strongly support the wartime efforts of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union government,” Palaniswami stated in a social media post.

Meanwhile, Palaniswami urged party functionaries and cadre to refrain from meeting him in person or organising celebratory events for his birthday. Instead, he encouraged the conducting of blood donation camps and the distribution of welfare assistance to those in need to mark the occasion.

“I appeal to our party cadre to offer prayers at mosques, temples, and churches for the well-being of our armed forces personnel engaged in the conflict, and for their safe return,” he added.