PM Modi-led Cabinet condemns Red Fort blast as “terrorist incident”
PM Modi-led Cabinet condemns Red Fort blast as “terrorist incident”
PM-led Cabinet on Wednesday condemned the Red Fort blast as
“terrorist” incident. He expressed grief over the loss of lives and directed that the investigation be pursued with utmost urgency to bring the perpetrators, collaborators, and their sponsors to justice without delay.
At a press conference, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the Cabinet expressed its profound grief and observed two minutes’ silence in honour of innocent lives lost. It also adopted a resolution, stating that the country has been a witness to a heinous terror incident perpetrated by
anti-national forces. The explosion resulted in multiple fatalities, and caused injuries to several others.
The resolution stated that the Cabinet pays its solemn respects to the victims of this senseless act of violence and conveys its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prays for the speedy recovery of all those injured, and appreciates the prompt efforts of the medical personnel and emergency responders, who have been providing care and support to the victims.
Vaishnaw added that the situation continues to be closely monitored at the highest levels of the government. The Cabinet reaffirms the Government’s steadfast resolve to safeguard the lives and well-being of all Indians, consistent with its enduring commitment to national security and the safety of every citizen.
News Edit KV Raman
