New Delhi, July 15: President of India Mr Pranab Mukherjee, the Prime minister of India Mr Narendra Modi and the Vice President Mr M. Hamid Ansari in their condolence message, written to the President of the Republic of France, His Excellency Mr. Francois Hollande, while conveying condolences on the loss of lives in a heinous act of terror last evening in Nice.
In his message, the President said, “I am deeply pained to learn that France is once again afflicted by a major tragedy caused by a heinous act of terror last evening. The pre-meditated massacre of innocent people as they were participating in Bastille Day celebrations – including, sadly, many children, is an unspeakable crime.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on this shocking incident. The people of India stand beside the people of France with solidarity and sympathy. We share your grief at the loss of lives and pray for the swift recovery of the injured”.
In the Prime Minister, Mr Narendra Modi message he strongly condemned the horrific attack in Nice, France. I was “Appalled by the horrific attack in Nice. I strongly condemn such mindless acts of violence. My thoughts are with the families of deceased”. He said.
He hope the injured recover soon. India shares the pain and stands firmly with our French sisters and brothers in this hour of immense sadness,” the Prime Minister said.
The Vice President of India, Shri M. Hamid Ansari has condemned the attack in Nice, France. He also referred to the incident during his remarks at the Plenary Session of the 11th ASEM Summit being held in Ulaanbaater, Mongolia today stating that India joined others in offering its condolences to the Government and people of France on yesterday’s happening.
“I am pained by the terrible attack in Nice, France. My thoughts are with those whose loved ones have been killed in the attack. No grievance can justify such dastardly acts.
International Terrorism threatens all open and plural societies and we need concerted international efforts to face this challenge.
We stand with the people and Government of France in their hour of grief and pray for the bereaved families and the early recovery of the injured.”
