Pathankot attackers enemies of humanity, proud of Indian forces, says PM Modi

Mysuru: Calling the Pathankot attackers the 'enemies of humanity,' Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the attack was carried out by elements which can't see India's progress but it was foiled by security forces. 

Modi also said that he was proud of brave Indian forces who quelled the attack on Air Force base at Pathankot on Saturday. The PM also expressed his condolences for three security men who laid down their lives while fighting militants in Pathankot.

Enemies of humanity who can't see India progress, such elements attacked in Pathankot but our security forces did not let them succeed: PM

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Proud of our Jawans and security forces: PM @narendramodi in Mysuru

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PM Modi was speaking at a function in Mysuru. He is on a two-day visit of Karnataka, where he is scheduled to attend several functions.