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Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Delhi High Court Bar Association condemns Pahalgam terror attack
The Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) on Wednesday strongly condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam area on Tuesday, terming the incident as a 'dastardly and cowardly attack targeting innocent civilians.' As a mark of protest, the members of the bar decided to wear black ribbons on their arms. Condemning the attack, DHCBA president and senior advocate N Hariharan in a press release said, 'The Delhi high court bar association strongly condemns the dastardly and cowardly terrorist attack on the lives of innocent tourists at Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir and such heinous attacks challenging the unity, integrity and sovereignty of our nation.' At least 26 people were killed and 15 were injured, when terrorists opened fire on tourists at Baisaran, a meadow in Pahalgam area in south Kashmir's Anantnag district, accessible only by foot or ponies. The attack came weeks before the commencement of the Amarnath Yatra. Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba's proxy, the Resistance Front (TRF), claimed responsibility for the attack. Speaking to the media, Hariharan said that the incident attacks the nation's sovereignty, integrity and unity and urged the government to take immediate action and measures against such incidents. 'It is attacking the sovereignty, integrity and unity of our nation. We strongly condemn and urge the government to take immediate action and take measures against such incidents,' he said. Multiple bar bodies across Jammu and Kashmir have strongly condemned the brutal terrorist attack, with the president of the Jammu unit of Jammu and Kashmir high court bar association K Nirmal Kotwal calling for a complete Jammu Bandh on Wednesday along with suspension of judicial work. He urged all civil society organisations to also join the protest. Similarly, the President of high court bar association at Srinagar, advocate Waseem Gul, termed the attack as a 'barbaric assault with no place in a civilized society.' Amid these developments, a petition has been filed in the Supreme Court by advocate Vishal Tiwari demanding Centre and state of Jammu and Kashmir to take all steps to secure the safety of tourists who visit the hilly states in north India during the summer months. Tiwari even urged the states of Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh to ensure tourists in these states are also given protection. Additionally, the petition also sought directions for ensuring the safety and security of pilgrims for the upcoming Amarnath yatra and demanded availability of proper medical facilities at tourist spots, especially situated in remote hilly and valley areas to ensure prompt medical aid in case of any emergency.
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First Post
23-04-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Schools shut, streets deserted.. What Kashmir looks like a day after the Pahalgam terror attack
A day after the barbaric Pahalgam attack in Kashmir, widespread condemnation has poured in from across the political spectrum and the public in the Valley. Locals are observing a 'Kashmir Bandh' and 'Jammu Bandh', denouncing the violence and expressing solidarity with the victims read more Security personnel patrol a street the morning after militants indiscriminately opened fire on tourists near Pahalgam in Kashmir, Wednesday, April 23, 2025. AP The echoes of tragedy are reverberating across Kashmir. A day after the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam that left at least 26 dead, including two foreign nationals, and 11 others injured, the valley has come to a standstill in a unified show of mourning and protest. The attack, which occurred Tuesday afternoon in the Baisaran Valley, a well-known tourist destination near Pahalgam, saw heavily armed terrorists open indiscriminate firing on a group of tourists. Most of the victims were visitors from various parts of India, with families and children. Advertisement In the wake of the attack, condemnation has poured in from across the political spectrum and the public in the valley. Leaders, locals, and civil society have united in denouncing the violence and have called for a 'Kashmir Band' to express solidarity with the victims. Catch all the live updates from the Pahalgam terror attack here Indian policemen guard in the city centre during a shutdown after tourists were killed, in Srinagar, Kashmir, Wednesday, April. 23, 2025. AP Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reached Pahalgam on Wednesday to assess the situation firsthand. PM Narendra Modi, who was on an official visit to Saudi Arabia, also cut his trip short and returned to India to chair a high-level cabinet meeting in the aftermath of the carnage. Here's what is happening a day after the deadly assault. Valley observes a 'Kashmir Bandh' For the first time in 35 years, Kashmir observed a complete shutdown in response to a terrorist attack. The shutdown, widely termed the 'Kashmir Bandh' and 'Jammu Bandh', wasn't limited to political circles. It was a joint call backed by business chambers, trade associations, transport unions, student groups, restaurant owners, and civil society organisations. Even rival political parties, including the National Conference, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Apni Party, stood together in rare unanimity. For the first time in 35 years, Kashmir observed a complete shutdown in response to a terrorist attack. It was backed by business chambers, trade associations, transport unions, student groups, restaurant owners, and civil society organisations. AP Leading the protest were groups like the Chamber of Commerce and Industries Kashmir (CCIK) and the Jammu and Kashmir Hoteliers Club (JKHC), who urged citizens to pause their daily routines as a mark of respect to the victims. 'This is not just a tragedy — it's a wake-up call,' said Iqbal Tramboo, a prominent hotelier from Srinagar, speaking to Deccan Herald. 'An attack on tourists is unprecedented and deeply disturbing. We must speak with one voice to condemn this violence and show that Kashmiris reject terror in all forms.' Advertisement On Tuesday evening, protest demonstrations and candlelight vigils were held in several districts of the valley, including Rajouri, Kathua, Ramban, and Reasi, with slogans condemning terrorism and affirming solidarity with the victims. #WATCH | Gulzar Ahmad Wani, president of Pahalgam Taxi Association, says, "I condemn this attack. It is not just tourists, but our livelihood, our families. We don't consider them tourists. It is as if our family members have been killed. I request the government to get to the… — ANI (@ANI) April 23, 2025 Former Chief Minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti also expressed deep anguish over the incident and backed the bandh. 'A united stand against violence is the need of the hour,' she said, urging all communities to come together in solidarity. Advertisement The ruling National Conference echoed the sentiment, calling on people to ensure the bandh was a 'complete success' and to stand firm in condemning the Pahalgam terror attack. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah labelled the incident an 'abomination' and extended condolences to the families affected. Schools shut, exams cancelled In the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, all schools across Kashmir shut their gates on Wednesday as a mark of protest, reported News18. The Jammu-Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has termed the attack an 'assault on the very soul of Jammu and Kashmir' and backed the Kashmir Bandh. Security officers patrol a shopping area in Pahalgam a day after militants indiscriminately opened fire on tourists in Pahalgam, Kashmir, Wednesday, April 23, 2025. AP Jammu University cancelled all academic work and postponed its exams for the day. Kashmir University did the same, announcing that new dates would be shared soon. Local newspapers turn front pages black In a striking show of grief and resistance, leading newspapers in Kashmir turned their front pages completely black on Wednesday, mourning the lives lost and protesting against the brutality of the attack. Major English and Urdu dailies such as Greater Kashmir, Rising Kashmir, Kashmir Uzma, Aftab, and Tameel Irshad replaced traditional front-page layouts with black backgrounds, using only stark white or blood-red fonts to convey the horror of the tragedy. STORY | Kashmir newspapers print front page black to protest Pahalgam terror attack READ: — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) April 23, 2025 Advertisement 'Gruesome: Kashmir Gutted, Kashmiris Grieving,' read the cover headline of Greater Kashmir, followed by a chilling red subhead: '26 killed in deadly terror attack in Pahalgam.' Rising Kashmir opted for a similarly haunting presentation. Its front page read, 'Terror strikes Pahalgam,' with the letter 'O' in 'Terror' designed to resemble a red gunshot wound. The coordinated editorial blackout served as a collective cry of anguish and a call for accountability. Other papers carried similar messages, lamenting what they expressed as one of the darkest days in recent memory for the Valley. With input from agencies
Mint
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Pahalgam Terrorist Attack: From Shubman Gill to Yuvraj Singh, Indian cricketers post heartfelt reactions on social media
A horrific terrorist attack took place in the serene Baisaran Valley in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on the 22nd of April, Tuesday when a joyful tourist outing was turned into a nightmare. Around Four to six terrorists opened fire on innocent civilians, claiming several lives. After the tragedy, the Indian cricketing community have responded on the unfortunate event. Players like Shubman Gill, Yuvraj Singh, and Virender Sehwag among others posted hearted reactions on their social media handles. "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," Shubman Gill posted. Former Indian cricketer, Yuvraj Singh wrote, 'Deeply saddened by the attack on tourists in Pahalgam. Praying for the victims and for the strength of their families. Let us stand united in hope and humanity.' At least 26 people, mostly tourists, including two foreigners, were killed and many others injured in a terrorist attack in South Kashmir's picturesque Pahalgam hill station of Jammu and Kashmir. The attack happened on a day when US Vice President JD Vance was in India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on a state visit to Saudi Arabia. The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, is believed to be behind Tuesday's attack, one of the deadliest in Kashmir's recent past. Between 2.45 and 3 PM, a group of gunmen descended from nearby forests. The militants opened fire killing and injuring people. Eyewitnesses quoted by different media outlets said the gunmen in military uniforms started firing indiscriminately, triggering fear among the tourists. The absence of vehicles in the vicinity added to the panic. Jammu and Kashmir is observing a complete shutdown today, April 23, to express collective grief and protest against the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam. This is the first complete shutdown in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. Before 2019, the shutdown calls usually came from separatist outfits. The shutdown, termed Kashmir Bandh and Jammu Bandh, is jointly called by business chambers, trade bodies, transporters, students, and civil society. Mainstream political parties National Conference, Peoples Democratic Party, and Apni Party have also extended support to the call. First Published: 23 Apr 2025, 12:04 PM IST
Mint
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Pahalgam Attack: Shutdown in J&K today, schools, shops closed in Kashmir - ‘collective act of mourning and resistance'
Pahalgam Attack: Jammu and Kashmir is observing a complete shutdown today, April 23, to express collective grief and protest against the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam. The terror attack, which killed 26 people, mostly tourists, was carried out in Baisaran valley of Pahalgam on Tuesday afternoon. The roads in Srinagar bore a deserted look on Wednesday morning, a day after the attack. This is the first complete shutdown in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. Before 2019, the shutdown calls usually came from separatist outfits. The shutdown, termed Kashmir Bandh and Jammu Bandh, is jointly called by business chambers, trade bodies, transporters, students, and civil society. Mainstream political parties National Conference, Peoples Democratic Party, and Apni Party have also extended support to the call. The ruling National Conference has appealed to the people to make the Bandh a "complete success" and join in condemning the Pahalgam terror attack. In a social media post on X, the party wrote, "On the instruction of the Party President, JKNC joins the collective call for a bandh in strong condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack. We appeal to the people of J&K to ensure the hartal called by religious and social leaders is a complete success." PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti has expressed solidarity with the victims' families and supported the shutdown, calling it an "attack on all of us." "The Chamber and Bar Association Jammu has called for a complete shutdown tomorrow in protest against the horrific militant attack on tourists. I appeal all Kashmiris to unite in solidarity to support this bandh as a mark of respect for the innocent lives lost in the brutal assault in Pahalgam. This isn't just an attack on a select few--it is an attack on all of us. We stand together in grief and outrage & strongly support this shutdown to condemn the massacre of innocents," Mufti posted on X. Jammu-Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has termed the attack an "assault on the very soul of Jammu and Kashmir" and has extended its support to the Bandh. Schools are also closed in Kashmir today. Universities are working but there is no traffic on roads, locals said. Tariq Rashid Ghani, President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industries Kashmir (CCIK), said the bandh will be a 'collective act of mourning and resistance.' All Parties Hurriyat Conference Chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq urged the people of Jammu and Kashmir to support the shutdown and peacefully protest against the "heinous crime." The incident, which targeted tourists in the Pahalgam area of Anantnag district, sparked widespread outrage across the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam and said those behind this heinous act will be brought to justice. Modi cut short his Saudi visit and landed in Delhi on Wednesday afternoon. Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level security meeting with all the agencies following the Pahalgam terror attack. Shah is in Kashmir today and may visit Pahalgam too. This isn't just an attack on a select few--it is an attack on all of us.
Mint
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Pahalgam Attack: Shutdown in J&K today, schools, shops closed in Kashmir- ‘collective act of mourning and resistance'
Pahalgam Attack: Jammu and Kashmir is observing a complete shutdown today, April 23 to display collective grief and protest against the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam. The terror attack, which killed 26 people, mostly tourists, was carried out in Baisaran valley of Pahalgam on Tuesday afternoon. This will be a first complete shutdown in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. The shutdown, termed Kashmir Bandh and Jammu Bandh, is jointly called by business chambers, trade bodies, transporters, students, and civil society. Mainstream political parties National Conference, Peoples Democratic Party, and Apni Party have also extended support to the call. Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) has appealed to the people to make the Bandh a "complete success" and join in condemning the Pahalgam terror attack. In a social media post on X, JKNC wrote, "On the instruction of the Party President, JKNC joins the collective call for a bandh in strong condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack. We appeal to the people of J&K to ensure the hartal called by religious and social leaders is a complete success." PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti has expressed solidarity with the victims' families and supported the shutdown, calling it an "attack on all of us." "The Chamber and Bar Association Jammu has called for a complete shutdown tomorrow in protest against the horrific militant attack on tourists. I appeal all Kashmiris to unite in solidarity to support this bandh as a mark of respect for the innocent lives lost in the brutal assault in Pahalgam. This isn't just an attack on a select few--it is an attack on all of us. We stand together in grief and outrage & strongly support this shutdown to condemn the massacre of innocents," Mufti posted on X. Jammu-Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has termed the attack an "assault on the very soul of Jammu and Kashmir" and has extended its support to the Bandh. Tariq Rashid Ghani, President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industries Kashmir (CCIK), said the bandh will be a 'collective act of mourning and resistance.' All Parties Hurriyat Conference Chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq urged the people of Jammu and Kashmir to support the shutdown and peacefully protest against the "heinous crime." The incident, which targeted tourists in the Pahalgam area of Anantnag district, sparked widespread outrage across the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam and said those behind this heinous act will be brought to justice. Modi cut short his Saudi visit and landed in Delhi on Wednesday afternoon. Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level security meeting with all the agencies following the Pahalgam terror attack. This isn't just an attack on a select few--it is an attack on all of us. The Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched a search operation in the general area of Baisran, Pahalgam, Anantnag, to nab the perpetrators of the attack. First Published: 23 Apr 2025, 07:33 AM IST
