Pahalgam terrorist attack: Rahul Gandhi speaks to HM Amit Shah, calling for justice after 28 people died in Kashmir
Gandhi also approached J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and State Council Director Tariq Karra to discuss the tragedy that claimed several lives. Gandhi shared his thoughts on X, expressed solidarity for victims, and emphasized the need for justice.
He posted: “Talgam terrorist attacks with HM Amit Shah, J&K CM Omar Abdullah and J&K PCC President Tariq Karra. The latest news about the situation was received. The families of victims deserve justice and our greatest support.”
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Pahalgam terrorist attack: consequences
The attacks shaking the valley and were strongly condemned from the entire political field. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman both shortened their foreign visits, Modi returned from Saudi Arabia, while Sitharaman returned from her trip to the United States and Peru.
Back home, Jamu and Kashmir’s political parties called for a call for a crackdown on Kashmir-wide closure on Wednesday, a sign of the protests and showed unity with the victim’s families. The attack took place in the Pahargam area of ​​Anatnag, targeting a group of tourists and sparking anger across the country. To show collective sorrow and resistance, residents of several areas of the region (including Baramulla, Srinagar, Poonch, Akhnoor and Kupwara) marched with candlelight. In Chamu, workers of Bajrang dal also held a protest. The deceased were five tourists from Maharashtra, confirmed by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
Prime Minister Modi earlier condemned the attack and promised swift justice.
“The person behind this outrageous behavior will not be spared,” he said.
Home Minister Shah arrived in Srinagar on Tuesday night to chair a senior security meeting and chaired a review with senior officials. Meanwhile, security forces launched a pursuit in the Baisaran area to track relevant personnel.
Delhi police are also on high alert, with increased surveillance at major landmarks and tourist attractions.
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Pahalgam: What we know so far
At least 26 people were killed and 20 injured in a terrorist attack in the Pahargam region of Anatnag district, Chamu and Kashmir on Tuesday, the deadliest strike since the 2019 Pulwama attack.
A senior official confirmed that there were two foreign nationals and two local residents, although more details were still waiting.
The attack took place in Baisaran, a scenic meadow that was only on foot or pony, and a group of tourists went to it earlier on Tuesday.
The Resistance Front (TRF) is considered a branch of Pakistan’s banned Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist costumes, claiming to be responsible for the attack.
Pahalgam Attack News Update in Real-Time
Preliminary intelligence suggests that the attackers may have infiltrated from the Kishtwar area of ​​Chamu and used mountain routes to reach remote areas through Kokernag, south of South Kashmir.
Officials believe the challenging terrain may have helped militants not be found in action.
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