Prez condemns terrorist attack in Kathua

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ANI New Delhi
Last Updated : Mar 20 2015 | 5:22 PM IST

President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday strongly condemned the terrorist attack on a police station in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district.

President Mukherjee called upon the security forces to remain vigilant against any threat to the peace, prosperity and security of the nation.

He also conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the grieving families of those who have lost their lives in the attack and prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured.

Earlier in the day, one policeman was killed while nine others, including seven CRPF personnel, were injured in an attack on the Rajbagh Police Station in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district.

Two militants were also shot dead by the security forces in the ensuing gun battle.

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First Published: Mar 20 2015 | 5:14 PM IST

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