On April 22, 2025, a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, left the nation in shock. Armed militants opened fire on tourists at Baisaran, a scenic meadow, resulting in at least 24 civilian deaths and multiple critical injuries.
The attack, described as one of the worst in recent years, has sparked widespread shock and outrage across India. No group has claimed responsibility yet.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cut short his Saudi Arabia visit to return to Delhi and address the situation. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called the incident “much larger than anything we’ve seen directed at civilians in recent years.”
Although Kashmir has experienced a long-running insurgency, attacks specifically targeting tourists are rare, making this tragedy even more alarming.
