Terrorists want to destroy Kashmir: PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday stressed that the perpetrators and conspirators of the Pahalgam terror attack will be given a befitting reply. Addressing the nation in his Mann Ki Baat programme, Modi expressed anguish at the terror incident in Pahalgam, which occurred on the 22nd of this month. He stated that this attack shows the desperation and cowardice of the patrons of terrorism. He said the enemies of India and Jammu and Kashmir were not pleased that peace was returning to Kashmir, democracy was getting stronger, and tourists were increasing at a record rate. Modi said the terrorists and the masterminds of terror executed the conspiracy because they want Kashmir to be destroyed again. 
Prime Minister asserted that the biggest strength in this war against terrorism is the unity of the country and the solidarity of 140 crore Indians. He added that this unity is the basis of the country’s decisive fight against terrorism. He stressed the need to strengthen the resolve to face this challenge, saying strong willpower has to be demonstrated as a nation. Prime Minister Modi said that condolences are continuously pouring in from all over the world following the terror attack. He said global leaders have called him up and written letters strongly condemning this heinous terrorist attack. Mr Modi said that the whole world stands with 140 crore Indians in the nation’s fight against terrorism. He assured the affected families that justice would be done.
Modi informed that April marks 50 years of the launch of the Aryabhatta Satellite. He observed that this journey of 50 years commenced with just conviction. Mr Modi told listeners that the young scientists back then had neither modern resources nor access to world technology. He said the scientists carried critical equipment themselves on bullock carts and bicycles. He emphasised that it is the result of this very dedication and spirit of service to the nation that India has become a Global Space Power. He exuded pride that India has created a record by launching 104 Satellites simultaneously. Modi said India has become the first country to reach the South Pole of the Moon. Prime Minister stated that India has opened its Space Sector for the private sector as well. Today, many youths are attaining new milestones in the field of Space Startups.