PM condemns Assam blasts

New Delhi, Apr 7 Strongly condemning the bomb blasts in Assam, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today said that the government is committed to thwart designs of the terrorists.

"The government remains committed in its resolve to thwart the designs of terrorists. Adequate measures would be undertaken to ensure peace and stability in the state,"said Singh, who would be visiting the state tomorrow for the poll campaign.

The Prime Minister expressed his profound grief and shock over the incidents and conveyed his condolences to the near and dear ones of those killed and sympathies to the injured.

Singh, who represents Assam in the Rajya Sabha, will address a public meeting in Dispur, PMO sources said.

He will also address a public meeting in Dibrugarh, about 400 kms from Guwahati.

This is the first election meeting of Singh, who underwent a cardiac bypass surgery on January 24.

At least seven people were killed and over 6 others injured in the bomb blasts today triggered by suspected ULFA militants.