PM Modi visits Pathankot air base, says defence bases near border should have modern tech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Pathankot air base and expressed satisfaction over the tactical response by the security personnel during the Pathankot attack.

However, noting that such attacks do not happen in future, Modi asked defence authorities to ensure that all bases near the border are made into "impregnable fortresses.”

Modi was briefed on how security personnel stopped attempts by the six terrorists to storm the technical area where vital and strategic assets were located.

Visited Pathankot air base today. Had a detailed briefing from senior leadership of Army, Air Force, NSG & BSF: PM pic.twitter.com/S6JngIopcY

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) January 9, 2016

Was briefed in great detail on how our forces neutralised such a serious terrorist attack: PM @narendramodi after visiting Pathankot

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) January 9, 2016

Noted with satisfaction the decision-making & its execution, the considerations that went into our tactical response: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) January 9, 2016

Also noted coordination among various field units. Lauded bravery & determination of our men & women on the ground. They are our pride: PM

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) January 9, 2016

National Security Guard commandos were called to handle the situation.

Modi said bases near the border areas should have modern electronic perimeter intrusion protection systems and proper flood-lighting and control centres to live-monitor the boundaries of these bases.

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