New Delhi: Two days after a deadly car explosion near the iconic Red Fort killed 12 people and injured many others, the Central government acknowledged on Wednesday that it was a terror attack.
Condemning the “dastardly and cowardly act” of November 10, the Union Cabinet termed it a “heinous terrorist incident” and resolved to bring the perpetrators, their collaborators and sponsors to justice.
“The country has witnessed a heinous terrorist incident perpetrated by anti-national forces through a car explosion near Red Fort on 10th November,” stated the resolution which was read out by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw after Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting to review the situation and assess the ongoing investigation.
“The Cabinet directs that the investigation into the incident be pursued with utmost urgency and professionalism, so that the perpetrators, their collaborators and their sponsors are identified and brought to justice without delay,” Vaishnaw said.
The Cabinet extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured. The efforts of medical personnel and emergency responders, who provided immediate assistance to the victims, were appreciated.
The Cabinet reaffirmed India’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.
The Cabinet directed the investigation to be pursued with “utmost urgency and professionalism,” saying that the government is closely monitoring the situation at the highest levels.
The resolution reaffirmed that the Central government remains steadfast in safeguarding the lives and well-being of all citizens, consistent with its enduring commitment to national security.
