2 foreigners among tourists killed by terrorists in J&K’s Pahalgam: Reports
In a shocking and devastating attack, 27 tourists were killed in a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on Tuesday. The attack, which has sent shockwaves across the country, has also left several others injured. According to reports, two foreigners, an Israeli national and an Italian national, were among the victims of the terror attack.
The attack took place in the Baisaran area of Pahalgam, a popular tourist destination in the Valley. The tourists were reportedly traveling in a bus when they were ambushed by terrorists. The attack was carried out by a group of around four to six terrorists, who were armed with automatic weapons and grenade launchers.
The terrorist group responsible for the attack has been identified as The Resistance Front (TRF), which is an offshoot of the Pakistan-based terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). The TRF has been actively involved in terrorist activities in the Valley in recent months, and this attack is the latest in a series of attacks carried out by the group.
The attack has sent shockwaves across the country, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemning the attack and assuring that the government will take all necessary steps to ensure the safety and security of all citizens. Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah have also condemned the attack and expressed condolences to the families of the victims.
The attack has also raised concerns about the safety of tourists in the Valley. The Valley has been witnessing a surge in terrorist activities in recent months, and several attacks have been carried out on tourists and civilians. The attack on Tuesday has once again highlighted the need for increased security measures to protect tourists and civilians.
The Pahalgam attack is the latest in a series of attacks carried out by terrorists in the Valley. In recent months, there have been several attacks on tourists and civilians, including an attack on a bus carrying Amarnath pilgrims in which 15 people were killed. The attacks have been carried out by various terrorist groups, including the LeT and the Hizbul Mujahideen.
The TRF has been actively involved in terrorist activities in the Valley in recent months. The group has been responsible for several attacks on tourists and civilians, including an attack on a bus carrying school children in which several people were injured. The group has also been involved in kidnappings and other criminal activities.
The attack on Tuesday has once again highlighted the need for increased security measures to protect tourists and civilians in the Valley. The government has been taking steps to increase security in the Valley, including deploying additional security forces and installing CCTV cameras in public places. However, more needs to be done to ensure the safety and security of all citizens.
In the aftermath of the attack, Prime Minister Modi chaired a high-level meeting to review the security situation in the Valley. The meeting was attended by top officials, including Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. The meeting reviewed the security situation in the Valley and discussed measures to increase security and prevent future attacks.
The attack has also sparked condemnation from around the world. Several world leaders, including US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron, have condemned the attack and expressed condolences to the families of the victims.
In conclusion, the attack on tourists in Pahalgam is a shocking and devastating reminder of the ongoing terrorist threat in the Valley. The attack has left 27 people dead and several others injured, and has highlighted the need for increased security measures to protect tourists and civilians. The government has been taking steps to increase security in the Valley, but more needs to be done to ensure the safety and security of all citizens.
