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PRESIDENT OF INDIA STRONGLY CONDEMNS THE TERRORIST ATTACK IN FRANCE

Rashtrapati Bhavan : 15.07.2016

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Nice, France.

In a series of tweets, the President said "I am shocked to hear about the terrorist attack on an innocent crowd of people gathered to celebrate the Bastille Day in Nice, France. I strongly condemn the perpetrators of the terrorist attack in France. India stands shoulder to shoulder with the people and Government of France as it responds to this attack. We will strengthen our cooperation with France and other countries in the fight against terrorism. I convey my heartfelt condolences to families of bereaved; prayers for speedy recovery of injured in attack”.

This release issued at 0840 hrs