EU delegation meets PM Modi in Delhi; to visit Jammu and Kashmir tomorrow
An international delegation of parliamentarians from the European Union met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and NSA Ajit Doval, on Monday. They also discussed the issue of Kashmir and the situation there after the abrogation of Article 370. The European Union delegation would be visiting Kashmir on Tuesday, to witness the prevailing situation in the state. https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1188751897160667138 Ahead of their visit to Kashmir, the members of European Parliament called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg on Monday. PM Modi appreciated the importance the Parliamentarians attach to their relationship with India by visiting right at the beginning of their term. PM expressed hope they have fruitful visit to various parts of country, including Jammu and Kashmir. Their visit to J&K should give delegation better understanding of cultural and religious diversity of region; apart from giving a clear view of development and governance priorities of region. Also Read | PM Narendra Modi to embark on two-day visit to Saudi Arabia today While addressing the European Parliament members, PM Modi said, "Urgent action must be taken against all those who support or sponsor terrorists or support such activities and organizations or use terrorism as a state policy. There should be zero tolerance for terrorism." Meanwhile, BN Dunn, Member of European Parliament, said "Yes we are going there (J&K) tomorrow. The Prime Minister explained to us about it (abrogation of article 370) but I want to see on the ground how it actually is & talk to some local people. What we all want is normalcy and peace for everyone." -PTC News
