Lucknowites condemn Pahalgam terror attack
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Lucknow: In a powerful display of solidarity and sorrow, residents of Lucknow came together on Wednesday to condemn the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam. People from all walks of life—traders, students, teachers, saints, and civil society members—joined hands to express their outrage and pay homage to the victims.
The Travel Trade Association of Uttar Pradesh (TTAUP) organised a silent candle march from the Taj Residency hotel to the 1090 Crossing. Participants held candles and placards to pay tribute to the innocent lives lost.
"This act not only disrupts peace but also deeply impacts the livelihoods of countless people associated with tourism. We appeal to the authorities to take decisive steps to ensure safety for travelers across the country," said TTAUP president Muhammad Azam.
Meanwhile, the Lucknow Vyapaar Mandal held a flambeau march at Gandhi Marg, Hazratganj, with torch-bearing protesters chanting slogans against terrorism. "This is not just an attack on Kashmir, it is an attack on humanity. We stand united against such senseless violence and urge both state and central governments to take a firm stance against those responsible for spreading terror and fear," said Amarnath Mishra, president of the Lucknow Vyapaar Mandal.
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In another heartfelt tribute, Civil Society, Lucknow organised a peaceful protest and candle march from Ghantaghar to Rumi Darwaza, drawing participants from diverse backgrounds.
"We all condemn what happened in Pahalgam and urge the govt to take strict action against the people and organisations involved. It's time for decisive policy reforms and enhanced intelligence coordination to prevent such attacks in the future," said Samajwadi Party spokesperson Abbas Haider.
The Akhil Bhartiya Vyapaar Mandal also staged a protest march from Darulsafa to Lucknow Nagar Nigam office in Lalbag.
"We demand strict and immediate action against those who dare to destroy peace in our country. These repeated attacks on civilians are unacceptable. The govt must act swiftly to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure the safety of all citizens," said Sandeep Bansal, national president of ABVM.
Led by its president Sanjay Gupta, the Uttar Pradesh Adarsh Vyapaar Mandal also staged a protest and torched an effigy symbolising terrorism.
The saint and seer community of Lucknow also took to the streets in Hazratganj, offering prayers and condemning the violence.
"Our scriptures teach peace, and this violence violates every moral and spiritual principle. It is heartbreaking to see such hatred targeting innocent lives. We pray for peace in the valley and strength for the grieving families," said Vivek Tangdi.
At Lucknow University, students and faculty gathered at Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Hall to pay homage to the victims. "We offer our heartfelt tributes to those who lost their lives and pray for the swift recovery of the injured," said vice-chancellor Alok Kumar Rai.
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