In a gory attack on April 22, 2025, terrorists shot at a band of Hindu visitors in the picturesque Baisaran grassland just outside Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. 28 civilians died and more than 20 were left critically wounded. The terrorist group responsible was The Resistance Front (TRF), said to be supported by Lashkar-e-Taiba, one of the worst terror attacks in Kashmir in recent history.
Pahalgam Terror Attack 2025: A Tragedy That Shook the Nation
Victims were families from Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Odisha, Gujarat, Haryana, and West Bengal states and two foreign nationals from Nepal and UAE. Survivors disclosed spine-chilling details—terrorists in the garb of security forces interrogated tourists and indiscriminately targeted non-Muslims, further underlining the violence.
One survivor informed national media:
They were dressed like soldiers. They ordered us to recite the Kalima {Kalima is a crucial part of the Muslim faith}. Those who refused or could not. were shot before us. I was left behind to inform the world about what happened.
Nation Responds: Political Leaders Unite against the Attack
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, shortening his Saudi Arabia trip, came back to India and tweeted:
“The cowardly terror attack in Pahalgam will not go unpunished. India stands united in grief and resolve.”
President Droupadi Murmu called it a “dastardly and inhuman act.”
Home Minister Amit Shah promised a high-level probe and swift action.
Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra too expressed condolences and appealed for national unity.
Celebrity Reactions: Bollywood and Cricket Stars Weigh In
1. Akshay Kumar: “Heartbroken by the news from Pahalgam. Innocent lives lost to terrorism. This madness must stop..
2. Shubman Gill: Heartbreaking to hear about the attack in Pahalgam. My prayers are with the victims and their families. Violence like this has no place in our country.
3. Elvish Yadav: I am deeply saddened by the news of the terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. My deepest condolences to peoples and their families who are affected by this act.
4. KL Rahul: Heartbreaking to hear about the terrorist attack in Kashmir. My thoughts are with the families of the victims. Praying for peace and strength.
5. Riteish Deshmukh, Yami Gautam, Vicky Kaushal and Anupam Kher also posted messages of sorrow and solidarity.
What general public say?
There is a huge amount of sorrow and sadness amongst the public after this incident but everyone is active together and mobilized on social media and commenting their opinions on Twitter and Instagram and requesting the government to decide something on this incident as soon as possible.
International Condemnation: Global Leaders Stand with India
1. US President Donald Trump: “The United States stands with India against terrorism.”
2. Russian President Vladimir Putin: “Brutal crime. The culprits will be punished.”
3. Ursula von der Leyen (EU Commission): “Terrorism is a threat to humanity. Europe stands with India.”
Pahalgam Present Condition
Here are Keypoint of present condtition:
1. Two terriost Killed during heavy exchange of fire: Heavy gunfight between terrorists and security forces, two terrorists have been neutralized, infiltration attempt thwarted by the security forces during the current Operation. Huge amount of weapons, ammunition and other war-like stocks have been recovered from the terrorists.
2. Indian Army ALH Dhruv helicopters have been allowed to fly in the areas around Srinagar: Indian Army ALH Dhruv helicopters have been permitted to operate in the regions around Srinagar, J&K and surrounding areas in light of the current counter-terrorism operations following the terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam: Defence Officials.
3. ‘We have absolutely nothing to do with it,’ Pakistan claims: “We have absolutely nothing to do with it. We reject terrorism in all its forms and everywhere,” says Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on the Pahalgam attack.
4. Air India, IndiGo launch additional flights from Srinagar: After the terror attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir where terrorists massacred 28 individuals, which were mostly tourists, Air India and IndiGo have arranged four additional flights from Srinagar to Delhi and Mumbai on Wednesday.
Security Enhanced in Jammu & Kashmir After Attack
After the attack, Indian government troops stepped up military deployment and conducted a search operation in nearby forest regions. The Ministry of Home Affairs established the presence of Pakistan-based handlers, leading to fresh diplomatic tensions.
A Nation in Sorrow, But Standing Strong
The 2025 Pahalgam terror attack is a reminder of the ever-present threats against India. As the country mourns, there’s a collective cry for justice, strength, and better counter-terror efforts.
