Forces showed utmost restraint in Kashmir: Parrikar

August 14, 2016 20:23

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar today commended the armed forces for showing utmost restraint in tackling terrorists in Kashmir Valley despite "grave provocation" and stressed on the need to maintain vigil on borders as well as keeping assets in readiness.

In a customary address to the armed forces, the defence minister lauded them for the "strong and daring" response to the terrorists attack on the Pathankot air base and for effectively repulsing ceasefire violations as well as

infiltration attempts in Jammu and Kashmir.

"Our armed forces have shown utmost restraint in tackling terrorists in Kashmir Valley despite grave provocations," he said in his address on the eve of Independence Day.

"You have also effectively repulsed all ceasefire violations in Jammu & Kashmir from across the border and attempts of terrorists to infiltrate into the country with nefarious designs," he added.

Talking about the Pathankot attack, he said the strong and daring response against terrorists who came fully armed from across the border to attack the the airbase was an inspiration to the nation.

"I commend the efforts put in by our air Warriors and security forces to thwart this attack. I deeply mourn the martyrdom of seven of our bravehearts who laid down their lives for the cause of the nation in the counter action," he said.

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