BJP President Amit Shah on Sunday said the Uri attack was part of a “long war” forced on India by Pakistan and declared that the country is committed to giving a “strong reply” to Pak-sponsored terrorism. Taking on Pakistan, Shah also asserted that it is no less than a war crime if terrorism becomes part of a government’s policy. He later made a separate statement on the raging issue with the Prime Minister and entire top brass of the party present on the dais. “BJP feels the widespread anger in the people against the conspirators behind the Uri terror attack. His remarks came a day after Modi tore into Pakistan over the Uri attack, saying India will not forget it but indicated that his government’s focus will be on isolating Pakistan diplomatically.

Source: Indian Express September 25, 2016 12:11 UTC