Reaffirming the government’s zero tolerance policy towards terrorism, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday expressed sorrow over the Pahalgam terror attack and asserted that the "New India" would not spare those who sought to breach its security.
Addressing a public gathering in Lakhimpur Kheri, Chief Minister Yogi said, "I express my condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. There can be no place for terrorism or anarchy in our society. The Government of India's model of security, service and good governance is based on development. It is based on the welfare of the poor and the protection of all."
"However, if anyone dares to breach security, New India is ready to give a befitting reply in the language it understands, adhering to its policy of zero tolerance. Yeh naya Bharat kisi ko chhedta nahin lekin agar koi chhedega toh usko chhodega bhi nahin," he added.
Earlier in the day, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister inspected the ongoing channelisation work of the Sharda River in Lakhimpur Kheri, underlining the state’s focus on infrastructure and flood prevention.
Adityanath, who has been vocal in condemning terrorism, also visited Kanpur on April 24 to meet the family of Shubham Dwivedi, a victim of the Pahalgam attack.
Referring to the incident, he said, "On April 22, a terrorist attack took place in J-K's Pahalgam in which one person from Kanpur was killed. Shubham Dwivedi got married two months ago, and he was killed in the terror attack there. This is a very cowardly attack by the terrorists and shows that terrorism is on its last breath. This type of incident is not acceptable in a country like India. The actions of the central government will put the last nail in the coffin of terrorism."
He further noted that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had already visited the affected areas to review the situation and that further measures would be implemented to stamp out terrorism.
Shubham Dwivedi, the only son of his parents, was among the 26 victims killed in the terror attack at Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam on 22 April. The brutal assault, which claimed the lives of 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen, also left several others injured, prompting widespread condemnation from leaders and citizens alike.
The Pahalgam attack, targeted at tourists, has reignited concerns over security and renewed calls for stricter action against terror networks.
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