New Delhi, Dec 05: India's persistent demand for bringing an end to infiltration and dismantling of terrorist infrastructure has not been responded to by Pakistan, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said today. "On our demand that infiltration be stopped and terrorist infrastructure be dismantled, there has been practically no response from the other side," Advani said while inaugurating the international security, safety and fire exhibition here.

Apparently referring to Pakistan, he said, "Their response is of a nature of tactical moves to ward off pressures from the international community." "I am sorry to say India's efforts have not been reciprocated by the other side," he said.

Advani said India, which has been facing terrorist attacks for over two decades with a "rhythmic regularity", has succeeded in creating a world climate where terrorism is unacceptable. "This climate is also having its impact".

The entire world feels resources of the two countries (India and Pakistan) should be utilised for welfare of the people and not spent on security concerns. "From temples of worship to temples of economy, nothing is immune from the terrorist's gun anymore," he said while referring to the Kandahar hijacking, to attacks on Parliament, Srinagar Assembly, Akshardham and Raghunath temples.

Bureau Report