Pahalgam Terror Attack: LIVE Updates – Home Minister Amit Shah to Visit Jammu & Kashmir Following Deadly Strike
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir — In a tragic turn of events, a terror attack struck the scenic town of Pahalgam in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district, triggering shockwaves across the country. The attack, which occurred late Sunday evening, targeted a bus carrying pilgrims and tourists, leaving several people injured and one feared dead, according to early reports.
Details of the Attack
The bus, bearing a Gujarat registration number, was returning from Pahalgam when it was fired upon by terrorists near the Gund area, causing the vehicle to lose control and fall into a gorge. While exact figures are still being verified, authorities report 9 to 10 passengers injured, some critically.
Security forces and rescue teams swiftly reached the scene, conducting immediate evacuation efforts and rushing the injured to nearby hospitals for urgent treatment. Medical teams are currently working round the clock to stabilize the wounded.
Terror Alert and Security Response
The incident has heightened security concerns across the Union Territory. Search and cordon operations have been launched in the region to trace the attackers. The area surrounding the site of the incident remains on high alert, with reinforcements from the Army and paramilitary forces deployed.
Home Minister Amit Shah to Visit J&K
In response to the escalating security concerns, Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to visit Jammu and Kashmir in the aftermath of the attack. The Home Ministry has stated that Shah is closely monitoring the situation and has directed senior officials and security agencies to intensify counter-terror operations and ensure the safety of civilians and tourists.
This visit is seen as a show of solidarity and a commitment to restoring peace in the valley, especially as the region gears up for the Amarnath Yatra season—an event that historically draws thousands of pilgrims and requires heightened security arrangements.
Condemnations Pour In
Political leaders across party lines have condemned the heinous attack. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been briefed and is reportedly in constant touch with top security officials. The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, vowed that those behind the attack would be brought to justice.
Background and Current Situation
The attack is seen as an attempt to destabilize peace and harmony in the region, especially at a time when tourist footfall in Kashmir has seen a sharp rise. This incident also comes amid preparations for the upcoming elections and pilgrimage season, raising concerns over possible attempts to derail normalcy.
As the nation mourns and prays for the injured, security forces continue their combing operations with the determination to neutralize the threats and ensure such incidents do not recur.
