India has been a victim of terrorism, mostly emanating from Pakistani soil, for decades. But many of Modi's predecessors have found it difficult to get the much-needed support to fight terrorism and condemnation of terror acts from the western capitals in the past. For better part in this period a significant opinion in the West had been to link the acts of terrorism in India with its dispute on Kashmir with Pakistan. Some, keen to enlist Pakistan's active support and participation to stabilize Afghanistan, continue to do so. However, the acts of terror within Europe and in many western countries have now forced many to change their opinion. There is a better understanding and support to fight against all forms of terrorism. The inter-linkages between terror outfits especially those who operate in the sub-continent with the ones active in Europe and the western countries, is a point that the Indian PM will want to drive home during his engagement in the three capitals.