Agra, April 25 -- Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Friday expressed solidarity with the Centre in its fight against terrorism, but said the attack on tourists in Pahalgam was the result of a security lapse and intelligence failure. He favoured tough action against terrorists and their supporters.

The former chief minister was speaking to the media after attending an event in the Dannahar area of Mainpuri.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given the assurance of tough action against the perpetrators of terrorism. The entire Opposition is with the govt in its resolve against terrorism. Not only Pakistan, but no terrorist should be spared. Strict action should also be taken against those supporting terrorists," Yadav said.

"Those w...