- By Abhishek Sheoran
- Tue, 22 Apr 2025 03:39 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Militants attacked a group of tourists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on Tuesday. The assault targeted a tourist resort in the Baisaran area of Anantnag District, leaving several people injured.
JK Police and security forces have been rushed to the incident site. A comprehensive manhunt has been launched, and the area was cordoned off.
The injured have been rushed to the hospital. Two persons are said to be in critical condition.
"My husband was shot in the head while seven others were also injured in the attack," a woman survivor told PTI over the phone.
BJP leader Ravinder Raina said the attack was carried out by Pakistani terrorists. He also ensured that strict action would be taken against the culprits.
"Pakistani terrorists have carried out a cowardly terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam, South Kashmir. Cowardly Pakistani terrorists cannot face the brave soldiers of the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and our paramilitary forces. These cowardly terrorists have targeted unarmed innocent tourists who had come to visit Kashmir. Some tourists have been admitted to the local hospital in an injured condition. The entire area has been cordoned off by the Army and police. The terrorists who are guilty of this attack and those who are helping them will be punished," he said.
#WATCH | Nowshera, Rajouri | On firing incident reported in Pahalgam, BJP leader Ravinder Raina says, "Pakistani terrorists have carried out a cowardly terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam, South Kashmir. Cowardly Pakistani terrorists cannot face the brave soldiers of the… pic.twitter.com/pFbYgMksQD
— ANI (@ANI) April 22, 2025
PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti also condemned the attack on tourists, seeking a thorough investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice.
“I strongly condemn the cowardly attack on tourists in Pahalgam, which tragically killed one and injured several. Such violence is unacceptable and must be denounced. Historically, Kashmir has welcomed tourists warmly, making this rare incident deeply concerning. A thorough investigation is needed to bring the perpetrators to justice and examine potential security lapses. Ensuring visitor safety is paramount, and steps must be taken to prevent future attacks. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families,” she said.
I strongly condemn the cowardly attack on tourists in Pahalgam, which tragically killed one and injured several. Such violence is unacceptable and must be denounced.
Historically, Kashmir has welcomed tourists warmly, making this rare incident deeply concerning. A thorough…
— Mehbooba Mufti (@MehboobaMufti) April 22, 2025
Notably, this attack came as a major concern for the security forces as the Amarnath Yatra is set to begin on July 3. Just days before the pilgrimage is scheduled to begin, this attack could potentially have an impact on the event.
