Prime Minister of India - Dr. Manmohan Singh

PM conveys condolences to his Pakistani counterpart over the Samjhauta Express incident

The Prime Minister received a phone call from Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz of Pakistan this evening in connection with the bomb blast on the Samjhauta Express late last night soon after it left Delhi. The Prime Minister declared India's abhorrence for this heinous terrorist act and reaffirmed our commitment to doing everything possible to ensure that its perpetrators are punished. The focus at this time is on the humanitarian aspect; the Prime Minister conveyed his condolences for the Pakistani victims of this tragedy, and indicated the steps taken to provide all possible assistance for the injured and bereaved.