Cabinet calls Delhi blast a terror act, reiterates zero tolerance policy
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday adopted a resolution condemning the recent car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort, terming it a “senseless act of violence” and designating it as an act of terror.
It also expressed grief over the loss of lives in the blast and observed two minutes of silence in memory of the victims.
The resolution follows a blast near the Red Fort metro station two days ago, which killed 12 people and injured several others.
In its resolution, the Cabinet described the incident as a “heinous terror incident perpetrated by anti-national forces” and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. It also prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured and commended the swift response of medical staff and emergency personnel who assisted victims at the scene.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, during the briefing, said: “The Cabinet directs that the investigation into the incident be pursued with the utmost urgency and professionalism so that the perpetrators, their collaborators, and their sponsors are identified and brought to justice without delay. The situation continues to be closely monitored at the highest levels of the government.”
Strongly denouncing the attack, the Cabinet reiterated India’s firm stance of zero tolerance towards terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It also expressed gratitude for the outpouring of solidarity from governments worldwide following the incident.