Following widespread criticism of its application to register ‘Operation Sindoor’ as a trademark, Reliance Industries has clarified that it has no intention of trademarking the same. A media statement issued by Reliance Industries Ltd. says, “Reliance Industries has no intention of trademarking Operation Sindoor, a phrase which is now a part of the national consciousness as an evocative symbol of Indian bravery. Jio Studios, a unit of Reliance Industries, has withdrawn its trademark application, which was filed inadvertently by a junior person without authorisation. Reliance Industries and all its stakeholders are incredibly proud of Operation Sindoor, which came about in response to a Pakistan-sponsored terror attack in Pahalgam. Operation Sindoor is the proud achievement of our brave Armed Forces in India’s uncompromising fight against the evil of terrorism. Reliance stands fully in support of our government and Armed Forces in this fight against terrorism. Our commitment to the motto of ‘INDIA FIRST’ remains unwavering.”
It may be noted here that Reliance had on May 7 filed an application (no. 6994264; class 41) with the Trademarks Registry to register ‘Operation Sindoor’ as a wordmark for Goods & Services under the following description: provision of entertainment; production, presentation and distribution of audio, video, still and moving images and data; publishing services including electronic publishing services; the provision of discussion forums; non-downloadable electronic publications; organisation, production, and presentation shows, competitions, games, concerts, exhibitions and events; language teaching; provision of information and advisory services relating to any of the aforesaid services.