1. Reaction to Attacks
Prime Minister A B Vajpayee stated that India's willingness to cooperate with the United States to fight terrorism was "not conditional." President K.R. Narayanan expressed "grief and great indignation." The BJP also expressed its support. Union Home Minister Mr. L.K. Advani called the attacks an assault on humanity and democracy.
"India offers unconditional help to US"
"A crime against humanity: Narayanan"
"BJP expresses solidarity with U.S."
"Terrorism a global threat: Advani"
Congress president Sonia Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition, described the terrorist attacks in the U.S. as a "crime against humanity." The CPI(M) Politburo called the attacks a "barbaric act." The CPI(ML), the Janata Dal (U) and other parties also condemned the attacks.
"Cong., Left condemn terrorist attacks"
Janata Party president Dr. Subramanian Swamy called for pooling information to counter terrorism.
"Expose rogue nations: Swamy"
The Deccan Herald carried a compilation of world reactions to the attacks.
"Hell, Armageddon, war with an invisible enemy'"
A report discusses Indians who were also victims of the attacks.
"Lucky escape for IT professionals"