Shimla, May 13 -- The Public Works Department (PWD) Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Vikramaditya Singh, strongly backed the Indian government and armed forces in the aftermath of recent cross-border tensions with Pakistan, urging for national unity above party lines during such crucial moments for the country's internal security and sovereignty.

Speaking to ANI, Vikramaditya Singh said that in such situations, it becomes the duty of every citizen to stand with the armed forces.

"Whenever such issues arise, those that involve national unity, integrity, and internal security, it becomes the duty of every citizen, regardless of political ideology or party affiliation, to stand firmly behind our armed forces. We are Indians first, and we will...