New phenomenon of ''saffron terrorism'' in India : Chidambaram

New Delhi, Aug 25 (PTI) Warning that there has been no let up in attempts to radicalise the youth, Home Minister P Chidambaram today said a new phenomenon of "saffron terrorism" involved in many bomb blasts has been uncovered. Inaugurating a conference of chiefs of police forces of the country, Chidambaram also expressed concern over the situation in Kashmir Valley and hoped that in the next few days, a "starting point" would be found to reach out to the protestors and restart the process of a dialogue.

"There is no let up in the attempts to radicalise young men and women in India. Besides, there is recently uncovered phenomenon of saffron terrorism that has been implicated in many bomb blasts of the past," he said.