Home Minister Rajnath Singh has called for strongest action not just against terrorists but also those who support terrorism. In his statement in the Rajya Sabha today about SAARC meeting in Pakistan, Mr Singh said growing terrorism is a global threat and countries must come together to deal with the menace. <br/><br/>The Home Minister said, terrorism is the biggest challenge and threat for the peace and stability in South Asian region. Saying that terrorists should not be glorified and patronised, he said calling terrorists as martyrs is unacceptable. <br/><br/>Cutting across partylines, members supported the government in its fight against terrorism. Leader of Opposition in the House, Ghulam Nabi Azad said his party is with the government in its fight against terrorism. Derek O' Brien of Trinamool Congress mentioned the alleged blackout of Home Minister's speech in Pakistan.<br/><br/>BSP leader Ms Mayawati said there is need to get united to deal with terrorism. She said India should revisit its foreign policy towards Pakistan. <br/><br/>Ramgopal Yadav of Samajwadi Party said Pakistan is allowing its soil to be used by terrorists against anti-India activities. Mr Yadav expressed satisfaction over Home Minister's stand over terrorism in SAARC meeting.<br/>Janata Dal (United) leader Sharad Yadav echoed the similar views over India's strong stand against terrorism. Mr Yadav said protocol was not followed during Singh's visit and the way Home Minister was treated in Islamabad is condemnable. There were media reports that Mr Singh's statement was blackout in Islamabad.<br/>However, the External Affairs Ministry had yesterday said reports of blackout of Home Minister Rajnath Singh's statement in SAARC meeting in Islamabad were misleading. Sources in the Ministry said, it is the standard SAARC practice that the opening statement by the host country is public and open. They added that the rest of proceedings are in camera, which allows for a full and frank discussion of issues.
News On AIR | August 5, 2016 12:50 PM
Rajnath Singh calls for strongest action against terrorists and those who support terrorism