Tuesday, July 11 2006 21:23 Hrs (IST) - World Time -

New Delhi, July 11 (IANS) The following is the text of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's statements on Tuesday's blasts in Srinagar and Mumbai:

The series of blasts in Jammu and Kashmir and in Mumbai are shocking and cowardly attempts to spread a feeling of fear and terror among our citizens. My heart reaches out and grieves for all those affected by these blasts and who have lost their near and dear. I condemn these shameful acts aimed at our peace loving people.

I reiterate our commitment to fighting terror in all its forms. The people of Jammu and Kashmir have been facing attacks of terrorists with courage and fortitude in the past. I am sure they would continue to fight terror resolutely.

The citizens of Mumbai have faced a similar trauma more than a decade ago. I am confident that the people of this great city have the will and courage to face this situation and will stand firm in their resolve to carry on their normal activities without succumbing to threats of terror.

We will work to defeat the evil designs of terrorists and will not allow them to succeed. I urge the people to remain calm, not to believe rumours and carry on their activities normally. The government will take all possible measures to maintain law and order and defeat the forces of terrorism.

Indo-Asian News Service