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Don't want war, but India is prepared: Sitharaman
September 15, 2017
Newly-inducted Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said that
India is not walking on the path of war, but at the same time, the army
is prepared for any situation.
"India is not walking on the path
of war, but at the same time, I would like to add that our army is
prepared for any situation," said the Defence Minister.
Vowing to
ensure the security of the nation, Sitharaman told the media that the
Defence Ministry is taking necessary action to eliminate terrorism and
have been successful too.
"Besides, we have also prevented a damaging situation from arising," she added.
With
daily instances of ceasefire violation by Pakistan, the Defence
Ministry is expected to take strong actions. In this regard, Sitharaman
expressed refrain in taking any such action that can later have a
negative impact on the nation's security and peace.
"We are
handling the border-related matters in a comprehensive way ensuring
there is no harm to the nation, and peace is maintained," said
Sitharaman.
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