President Of India Condemns The Serial Blasts In Patna Today

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has condemned the serial blasts which occurred in Patna today (October 27, 2013).

Expressing his deep concern over the incident, the President conveyed his condolences to the families of the deceased and prayers for the full recovery of those injured in the incident. The President called upon people to maintain calm and restraint. He said the nation must remain united in its firm resolve to fight against all forms of terror and violence which have no place in a civilised society. He called upon concerned authorities to carry out speedy investigations in order to bring the perpetrators of the act to justice.

This release issued at 1640 hrs