Will ensure safety of Indian airports, says Civil Aviation minister after Istanbul attack

Government is committed to ensure the safety of Indian airports and skies, Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju on Wednesday said as he expressed shock over the deadly terror attack at Istanbul airport.

More than 36 people have been killed and hundreds injured in the terror attack at Ataturk airport in Istanbul.

"I am deeply shocked and agitated at the terror attack on Istanbul Airport. We stand with Turkey and its citizens in their loss & grief," Raju said in a tweet.

He emphasised that the government is committed to ensure safety of airports in the country.

"It's our commitment that we will continue to ensure safety and security of Indian airports and skies," he said.

Ataturk airport is one of the busiest aerodromes in the world.

I am deeply shocked and agitated at the terror attack on Istanbul Airport. We stand with Turkey and its citizens in their loss & grief.

— Ashok Gajapathi Raju (@Ashok_Gajapathi) June 29, 2016

It's our commitment that we will continue to ensure safety and security of Indian airports and skies.

— Ashok Gajapathi Raju (@Ashok_Gajapathi) June 29, 2016