23-04-2025
Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar condemns Pahalgam terror attack, recalls Chittisinghpura massacre
The officiating Jathedar of the Sri Akal Takht Sahib in Amritsar, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, has strongly condemned Tuesday's terrorist attack in South Kashmir's Pahalgam. Expressing grief over the incident, he extended heartfelt condolences to the families of those killed.
At least 26 people died and 10 others were injured when terrorists opened fire at tourists in Baisaran, a popular destination accessible only by foot.
On Wednesday, the Jathedar said the tragic incident reminded him of the March 2000 massacre at Chittisinghpura in Kashmir's Anantnag. Around 35 Sikhs were killed in the attack. He emphasised the 'need for justice' in the wake of the latest incident in Pahalgam and sought 'that the truth behind the Chittisinghpura massacre be revealed as well' so that the affected families finally receive justice.
Jathedar Gargaj offered prayers before the Akal Purakh (True One Being) to grant 'eternal peace to the departed souls' and strength to the bereaved families 'to accept His will'. He also prayed that such inhumane acts 'may never occur anywhere in the world' and for peace and harmony to prevail across the country and the world.
Preliminary probe into Tuesday's attack has indicated that at least four terrorists, wearing camouflage outfits, opened fire at the Baisaran meadow with American-made M4 carbine assault rifles and AK-47s. Many of the victims were holidaying with families at the tourist destination at the time of the attack.
