NEW DELHI, (IANS): Prime Minister
Narendra Modi on Sunday issued a stern warning to the terrorists responsible
for the attack on innocent tourists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, assuring
that the perpetrators and conspirators of this heinous act will face the
harshest response.
He also promised the families
of the victims that justice would be served.
Addressing the 121st episode of
his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi said, "Today, as I
talk my heart out with you, there is deep agony in my heart. The April 22
Pahalgam terror attack has left every citizen heartbroken. Every Indian feels
deep sympathy for the families of the victims. A person may belong to any state
or speak any language, but they feel the pain of those who lost their loved
ones in this attack."
"I understand that every
Indian is seething after seeing the images of the terrorist attack. This attack
in Pahalgam reflects the frustration of those who patronise terrorism; it shows
their cowardice," he said.
"At a time when peace was
returning to Kashmir, schools and colleges were vibrant, construction
activities had gained unprecedented momentum, democracy was getting stronger,
the number of tourists was witnessing a record increase, people's incomes were
rising, new opportunities were being created for the youth, enemies of the
nation, enemies of Jammu and Kashmir did not like it," PM Modi said.
"Terrorists and their
masters want Kashmir to be destroyed again, and that is why such a big
conspiracy was hatched," he added.
The Prime Minister stressed
that in this war against terrorism, the unity of the nation and the solidarity
of 140 crore Indians is the nation's greatest strength.
"This very unity is the
basis of our decisive fight against terrorism. We must strengthen our resolve
to face this challenge to our nation. As a nation, we must demonstrate strong
willpower. Today, the world is watching that after this terrorist attack, the
entire nation is speaking in one voice," he added.
Acknowledging the global
outpouring of condolences, PM Modi said, "The rage that we Indians are
feeling is being felt in the entire world. After the terror attack, condolences
are continuously pouring in from around the world. I also received calls and
messages from global leaders who have strongly condemned this heinous terrorist
attack. They expressed their condolences to the families of those who lost
their lives. The entire world stands with 140 crore Indians in our fight
against terrorism."
"I once again assure the
victim families that they will get justice. Justice will definitely be served.
The perpetrators and conspirators of this attack will face the harshest
response," PM Modi added.
