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The Pahalgam Terror Attack: A Tragic Reminder of the Cost of Violence

On April 22, 2025, the serene Baisaran Valley in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, was shattered by a brutal terrorist attack that claimed the lives of 28 innocent civilians, including tourists and foreign nationals. This incident, carried out by militants affiliated with The Resistance Front (TRF), a Lashkar-e-Taiba offshoot, has been described as one of the deadliest attacks on civilians in the region since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019.

Baisaran Valley in Pahalgam

The assault took place in the scenic meadow of "mini Switzerland," where tourists were taking pony rides and enjoying the stunning vistas of snow-covered peaks. The horrific details, as told by eyewitnesses, are as follows: the masked gunmen in military fatigues stepped out of the thick pine woods and indiscriminately fired at the gathering. The victims were identified by their religion, and the attackers made them recite Islamic verses before killing them.


Chaos and heartbreak characterized the aftermath of the assault. As seen on videos, victims who were injured begged for assistance, while others were unconscious in the grass. Some of the victims included a newlywed sailor in the Navy, Vinay Narwal, and foreign nationals from Nepal and the UAE.

Pahalgam Terror Attack

The reaction to the attack has been immediate and decisive. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the act, reiterating India's commitment to combating terrorism and punishing the perpetrators. The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) met to discuss the situation and issued major decisions, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan and the closure of the Attari border checkpost.


This attack has evoked mass denunciation by world leaders such as Australian PM Anthony Albanese and UK PM Keir Starmer, who have shown support to India and the victims. The attack has also restored debates regarding the security issues in Jammu and Kashmir and the necessity for a global concerted effort against terrorism.

Australian PM Anthony Albanese

The Pahalgam terror attack is a grim reminder of the havoc caused by violence on innocent lives. It highlights the need for vigilance, solidarity, and strength in the face of such brutality. While the country laments the loss of lives, it also remains resolute in its determination to see justice prevail and ensure that such terror acts are not repeated in the future.


Finally, the Pahalgam attack is not merely a tragedy but a wake-up call. It is a reminder that the struggle against terrorism needs continuous effort and cooperation at every level. As we remember the victims, let us remember them by trying to create a world where humanity and peace conquer hatred and violence.

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