The Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, stands as one of the most harrowing assaults on civilians in recent Indian history. Targeting tourists in the serene Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir, the attack resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, including a Nepalese national, and left numerous others injured.(Wikipedia, The Economic Times)
๐️ Timeline of the Attack
On the afternoon of April 22, five militants, armed with M4 carbines and AK-47s and dressed in military-style uniforms, descended upon the Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam. This area, accessible only by foot or horseback and surrounded by dense pine forests, was bustling with tourists at the time. The attackers opened fire indiscriminately, causing chaos and panic. A tourist from Ahmedabad inadvertently captured the horrifying scenes on video while ziplining, showing injured victims pleading for help amidst the turmoil .(Wikipedia)
๐ฏ Targeted Killings
Investigations revealed that the militants specifically targeted Hindu tourists. They reportedly asked victims to state their religion and recite Islamic verses to identify non-Muslims. Some Hindu men were forced to remove their trousers to check for circumcision before being executed at close range. The attackers spared some Hindu women, instructing them to relay the horrors to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Notable victims included Shubham Dwivedi from Kanpur and Indian Navy Lieutenant Vinay Narwal from Haryana, both of whom were on their honeymoons .(Wikipedia)
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๐ต️ Investigation and Arrests
In the aftermath, the Jammu and Kashmir Police released sketches of three suspects—two Pakistani nationals and one local—and announced a ₹20 lakh reward for information leading to their arrest . Over 1,500 individuals were detained for questioning. Subsequent operations led to the arrest of two "hybrid" militants in Shopian and an overground worker in Kishtwar, all believed to be connected to the attack . Additionally, a CRPF Assistant Sub-Inspector was arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan and possibly having links to the Pahalgam attack .(The Economic Times, Uni India, The Times of India, Navbharat Times)
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⚔️ Operation Sindoor
In response, the Indian government launched "Operation Sindoor," a series of coordinated military strikes targeting terrorist hideouts in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. These operations reportedly neutralized multiple militants involved in the Pahalgam attack. Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his government's zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism, emphasizing that those responsible would face severe consequences .(The Times of India, Uni India, The Economic Times)
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๐ International and Domestic Reactions
The attack drew widespread condemnation from global leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen . Domestically, political figures criticized the government's handling of the situation. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut alleged that the terrorists remained free due to potential political affiliations . In Assam, six individuals, including an opposition MLA, were arrested for making pro-Pakistan statements following the attack .(BBC, The Times of India, The Economic Times)
๐ก️ Security Measures and Civil Response
In the wake of the attack, security forces intensified operations across Jammu and Kashmir, detaining thousands and shutting down over 50 tourist destinations. The crackdown included demolishing homes of suspected militants, leading to concerns about collective punishment among civilians . Additionally, on May 7, 2025, the Indian government conducted "Operation Abhyaas," a nationwide civil defense drill aimed at bolstering emergency preparedness in response to escalating tensions with Pakistan .(BBC, Wikipedia)
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