By NHSF PR Team
National Hindu Students Forum (NHSF) is shocked and saddened by the terrorist attacks that took place in Mumbai late on Wednesday evening and express their deepest sympathies to all those affected.Whilst India/Bharat has been no stranger to acts of terrorism in the past, with recent bomb blasts occurring in Jaipur, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Delhi and Assam, these atrocities in Mumbai have taken place in a manner that has shaken both the country and the international community.
Violence of any sort contradicts the principle of ahimsa, a pillar of Hindu Dharma, and NHSF therefore condemns these attacks in the strongest terms. In a climate of speculation, we stand firm that nothing justifies such terrible actions. However wronged or persecuted a group may feel, it is never necessary to resort to violence. We believe that resolution can only be achieved through fair and open dialogue between concerned parties.
NHSF shares in the worlds horror at events, and feels particular hurt as India holds the roots of our Sanatan Dharma. Yet we are certain that the people of the nation have the unity and strength to overcome the effects of such appalling acts.
We endorse any positive action taken against these attacks and hope that the current situation is relieved quickly. We also trust that authorities both in India and elsewhere will work with foresight and courage to ensure that incidents of this nature do not happen again.
For those concerned about their British friends and relatives in Mumbai, The Foreign Office Helpline is +44 (0)20 700 800 00 and an online form can also be accessed at http://www.fco.gov.uk/en
NHSF PR Team