Washington, Sep 10 (IANS) The American Federation of Muslims of Indian Origin has condemned the terror attacks in India's Malegaon town that killed at least 38 people as "dastardly act".

In a statement from Farmington in Michigan, the federation urged the Indian government to act swiftly in bringing the perpetrators to justice.

"On behalf of (the federation), I want to extend our deepest sympathies to the victims and their families," said Akram Syed, the group's president.

"(We) urge the Indian government to take prompt action in apprehending the perpetrators of these heinous crimes and in bringing them to justice. We also urge the people of India to maintain peace."

The American Federation of Muslims of Indian Origin is a North American based grassroots organisation dedicated to socio-economic and educational development of Muslims and other underprivileged masses in India.