Indian PM satisfied with security forces' response to airbase attack

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Saturday expressed satisfaction with the performance of security forces in response to the militant attack upon an airbase in Punjab one week ago.

"Noted with satisfaction the decision-making & its execution, the considerations that went into our tactical response," Modi tweeted after touring the airbase at Pathankot near the Pakistan border.

"Also noted coordination among various field units. Lauded bravery & determination of our men & women on the ground. They are our pride," he said.

Modi was briefed by the security forces on the details of the attack on Jan. 2 by six militants on the airbase.

He also went around the scene of the attack that had left seven Indian security force men dead.

India has asked Pakistan to take action against the handlers believed to be behind the attack and provided information about them, after accusing the militant group Jaish-e-Mohammed of staging the assault.
 Source:Xinhua - globaltimes.cn
10/1/16
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