New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): In a strong statement following the terror attack in Pahalgam and escalating hostilities along the India-Pakistan border, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has extended full support to the Indian government and armed forces and lauded the launch of 'Operation Sindoor', aimed at targeting Pakistan-sponsored terrorists.

'We congratulate the central government leadership and our armed forces for decisive action 'Operation Sindoor' taken against Pak-sponsored terrorists and their supporting ecosystem following the cowardly attack on unarmed tourists at Pahalgam. This action to serve justice to aggrieved families and entire country in the brutal massacre of Hindu tourists has enhanced self-respect and morale the whole country,' the RSS said in its official statement.

Highlighting the necessity of India's response, the organization added, 'We totally agree that military action being taken against terrorists, their infrastructure and support systems in Pakistan is necessary and inevitable for security of the country. In this hour of national crisis, the entire country stands with government and armed forces in spirit and action.'

The RSS also condemned the recent shelling by Pakistan targeting religious sites and civilian settlements along the border. 'We condemn the attacks being carried out by Pakistani army on religious places and civilian settlement areas on the border of Bharat and express heartfelt condolences to families of victims in these savage, inhuman attacks,' said the statement.

Calling for national unity and civic responsibility, the RSS appealed to the public to strictly follow government directives and remain vigilant against divisive forces.

'In this challenging time, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh appeals to all citizens to ensure full compliance of instructions being given by the government and administration. Along with this, while discharging our sacred civic duty, we all have to be cautious and do not let any conspiracy of anti-national forces to succeed in disrupting social unity and harmony.'

'All citizens are requested to display their patriotism and be ready to cooperate with the army and civic administration wherever and however required and strengthen all efforts to maintain national unity and security,' added the statement. (ANI)