Hyderabad, April 23 -- Bharatiya Janata Party MP Konda Vishweshwar Reddy on Wednesday strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, calling it a direct assault on the unity and integrity of the nation.

"They do not want Kashmir to be developed. They do not want Kashmir to be an integral part of India. These are the forces that attack," Speaking to ANI Reddy said. "The attack is on the unity and integrity of India. The world is supporting us, and the retaliation will be swift and severe."

The statement comes amid nationwide outrage following the violent assault that targeted unarmed civilians in the popular tourist destination.

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