Govt Calls All-Party Meet on Thursday After 26 Killed in J&K Terror Attack
Terror struck the picturesque town of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, leaving at least 26 people dead and many more injured. The gruesome attack has sent shockwaves across the country, and in response, the Indian government has called an all-party meeting on Thursday to discuss the situation and possible measures to prevent such attacks in the future.
The meeting, which will be attended by top government officials, including Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, is expected to be a high-level discussion on the security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir. The government has been criticized for its handling of the situation in the region, particularly after the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, which led to a significant spike in terrorist attacks.
The attack in Pahalgam, which is a popular tourist destination, occurred when terrorists opened fire on a group of tourists and locals who were visiting the area. The victims included both men and women, and the attack has been widely condemned by political leaders and civil society groups across the country.
The government’s decision to call an all-party meeting comes at a time when tensions are running high in the region. The attack has raised questions about the effectiveness of the security measures in place, and the government is under pressure to take concrete steps to prevent such attacks in the future.
The meeting is also expected to discuss the issue of border security, particularly after the Indian government closed the Integrated Check Post at the Attari-Wagah border in Punjab’s Amritsar. The move was taken as a precautionary measure to prevent any potential threat from across the border.
The attack in Pahalgam is the latest in a series of terrorist attacks that have rocked Jammu and Kashmir in recent months. In August, a terrorist attack in Kashmir’s Pulwama district killed 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, and in June, a similar attack in Jammu’s Kathua district killed three police personnel.
The Indian government has been under pressure to take decisive action against terrorism in the region, and the attack in Pahalgam has once again raised questions about its effectiveness in tackling the issue. The government has promised to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of citizens, and the all-party meeting is seen as an important step in this direction.
The meeting is also expected to discuss the issue of dialogue with terrorist organizations, particularly the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), which have been responsible for many of the terrorist attacks in the region. The government has been criticized for its reluctance to engage in dialogue with these organizations, and the meeting may provide an opportunity to re-examine its stance on this issue.
The all-party meeting is also seen as an opportunity to bridge the divide between different political parties and civil society groups on the issue of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. The region has been plagued by political instability and violence for decades, and the government’s handling of the situation has been criticized by many.
In recent months, there have been reports of clashes between security forces and protesters in the region, and the government has been accused of using excessive force to quell protests. The situation has been further complicated by the absence of a clear political strategy to address the roots of terrorism in the region.
The meeting is also expected to discuss the issue of rehabilitation and compensation for the families of the victims of the attack. The government has announced a compensation package for the families of the victims, but many have criticized the amount as inadequate.
The attack in Pahalgam has once again highlighted the need for a cohesive and effective strategy to tackle terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. The government’s decision to call an all-party meeting is a step in the right direction, and it is hoped that the meeting will lead to a renewed focus on the issue and a concerted effort to prevent such attacks in the future.
