I support Centre's steps against terror, says Congress MLA
'We are in full support of all the steps taken by the Union government to counter terror attacks in Kashmir. We do not want to play politics over such an issue,' Congress MLA Laxman Savadi said in Athani on Saturday.
'I strongly condemn the terrorist attack in Pahalgam in Kashmir. It is an inhuman act. I think it is the right time to act against terror. There is no doubt that Pakistan is supporting such acts. The Union government has announced five measures, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and cancelling of visas to Pakistani nationals. I welcome these steps,' the former Deputy Chief Minister said.
'I had visited Kashmir a few months ago. It is beautiful and can help locals by becoming a tourist hotspot. But the terror attack has disturbed tourism there. Strict steps should be taken to counter it. No one should play politics over such issues,' Mr. Savadi said.
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