Punjab Cabinet on Thursday hailed the apt, timely and effective surgical operation undertaken by the Indian Army across the line of Control in Kashmir Wednesday night against terrorists and those providing support to them.

The Cabinet, in a specially-convened meeting, lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for decisively ordering the surgical operation to demolish the bases and camps of those acting with impunity against our citizens. 

“The operation has been executed with clinical and professional precision by the brave men of the Indian Army,” read the official Press statement.

It added that Punjab, which is rightly called the sword arm of India, has suffered immensely because of the inhuman and ghastly acts of terrorism by these elements. Peace and communal harmony in the state has been one of the prime targets of these elements as was evident in the attacks on Dinanagar and Pathankot, it added.

Cabinet maintained that it was its “sacred duty” to take every step required to protect and safeguard life and property of our citizens living in these border areas. 

“The entire State Government machinery is geared to function most sensitively and effectively round the clock at the service of the people to ensure that these brave and patriotic Punjabis are put to minimum inconvenience and discomfort. Apart from all the officials of the Government of Punjab, all the Ministers, the legislators and others holding official positions would remain available at all times for advice and assistance to those affected by the Government of India’s advice,” it added.

The Cabinet appealed to the people of Punjab to remain united and vigilant against the enemy and keep their calm and composure in the lofty traditions of patriotic fervour and selfless service.