2 Foreigners Among Tourists Killed by Terrorists in J&K’s Pahalgam: Reports
Terror struck the picturesque town of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, leaving 27 tourists dead, including two foreign nationals. The brutal attack, claimed by Pakistan-based terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba’s offshoot The Resistance Front, has sent shockwaves across the country and the world.
According to reports, the attack occurred in the Baisaran area of Pahalgam, a popular tourist destination in the Valley. The terrorists, estimated to be around four to six in number, ambushed the tourists, killing 27 of them and injuring several others.
The two foreign nationals among the deceased were identified as an Israeli national and an Italian national. The identities of the victims have not been officially released, but the news of the attack has sent a wave of shock and grief across the globe.
The attack has been widely condemned by political leaders and citizens alike, with many expressing their outrage and disgust at the brutal act of terrorism. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken out against the attack, terming it a “cowardly act” and assuring the nation that the perpetrators would be brought to justice.
Home Minister Amit Shah has also condemned the attack, saying that the government is committed to providing security to all tourists and citizens in Jammu and Kashmir. Chief Minister Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, has also expressed his condolences to the families of the victims, saying that the government is doing everything in its power to ensure the safety and security of all citizens and tourists in the Valley.
The attack has raised concerns about the safety of tourists in Jammu and Kashmir, which has been plagued by terrorism for decades. The Valley has witnessed several attacks on tourists and civilians in recent years, but this attack is one of the deadliest in recent times.
The incident has also sparked concerns about the role of Pakistan-based terrorist groups in fomenting terrorism in the Valley. The Resistance Front, which has claimed responsibility for the attack, is an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba, a Pakistan-based terrorist group that has been responsible for several attacks in India.
Indian security forces have been on high alert since the attack, with additional troops being deployed to the Valley to maintain law and order. The government has also promised to take all necessary steps to ensure the safety and security of all citizens and tourists in the Valley.
The attack has also sparked demands for strict action against Pakistan, with many calling for the government to take a tough stance against the country. The Indian government has already suspended cross-Line of Control (LoC) trade and travel in response to the attack, and there are demands for further action against Pakistan.
In conclusion, the attack on tourists in Pahalgam is a shocking and tragic incident that has sent shockwaves across the country and the world. The deaths of 27 innocent tourists, including two foreign nationals, is a stark reminder of the threat of terrorism that exists in our country. The government must take all necessary steps to ensure the safety and security of all citizens and tourists in Jammu and Kashmir, and also take a tough stance against Pakistan-based terrorist groups that are responsible for fomenting terrorism in the Valley.
