Shimla, May 14: Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Vikramaditya Singh expressed strong support for the Indian armed forces and Central Government in their response to cross-border terrorism emanating from Pakistan.
Singh also acknowledged the constructive role played by Opposition parties during the heightened tensions, praising their united stand with the government and security forces.
He called for national unity, urging all citizens to set aside political differences during critical moments for the country’s sovereignty and internal security.
“Under such situations, it becomes the duty of every citizen to stand with the armed forces,” Singh said.
“Whenever issues arise that involve national unity, integrity and internal security, it becomes the duty of every citizen, regardless of political ideology or party affiliation, to stand firmly behind our armed forces. We are Indians first and we will continue to stand united with our security forces.”
He lauded the recent military operations that targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Pakistan, including those linked to groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba.
“The way our agencies and armed forces have acted over the past few days, and the way our missiles have destroyed terrorist hideouts, is commendable. The whole country is with them,” he said.
“This sends a strong message to the world that India will not tolerate terrorism at any cost.”
