Naxal violence a serious issue: Antony

Thiruvananthapuram: Defence Minister A K
Antony Sunday said government viewed the violence unleashed by
Maoists in some parts of the country very seriously.

"It is a serious issue and government is taking it very
seriously," Antony told reporters on the sidelines of a
function here.

Asked about military action to combat Naxals, Antony
said he did not want a public debate on the strategy to end
Maoist violence. "I have my own opinion on this," he said.

"Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has taken a decision that
only the Home Ministry will react on the issue," Antony said.

PTI