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Rahul Gandhi Pays Tribute to Pahalgam Attack Martyrs on Anniversary

Rahul Gandhi paid heartfelt tribute to the 26 victims of the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack on its first anniversary, stating India will never forgive the perpetrators. He emphasized that the grief of the martyrs' families is the grief of all Indians and the nation stands united against terrorism. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also paid tribute, saluting the Armed Forces for their valour during Operation Sindoor. The attack, carried out by Pakistan-backed terrorists, led to India's military response targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoJK.

Key Points: Rahul Gandhi on Pahalgam Attack: Grief of Martyrs is Our Grief

  • Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to Pahalgam attack martyrs on first anniversary
  • 26 tourists killed in Pakistan-backed terror attack on April 22, 2025
  • India launched Operation Sindoor in response, destroying terror launchpads
  • Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge also paid tribute, saluting Armed Forces
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"Grief of martyrs' families is grief of us all," says Rahul Gandhi on Pahalgam attack anniversary

Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to 26 victims of 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, says India will never forgive perpetrators. Congress leaders remember martyrs.

"The grief of the martyrs' families is the grief of us all. - Rahul Gandhi"

New Delhi, April 22

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday paid his respects to the victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack on its first anniversary, stating that the country will never forgive those responsible for this dastardly act, and the grief of the martyrs' families is the grief of us all

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in a post on X said, " I pay heartfelt tribute to all the brave heroes who were martyred in the cowardly terrorist attack in Pahalgam last year. India will never forget their sacrifice and the pain of their families, nor will it ever forgive those responsible for this dastardly act."

The post further read, "The memory of those innocent lives brutally snatched away still shakes our hearts today. The grief of the martyrs' families is the grief of us all. The martyrdom of those sons of the nation will forever remain etched in the soul of India."

"The entire nation stood united against terrorism and violence then, stands united now, and will always remain so. India will never bow before the forces that spread hatred and fear--we will stand against them with even greater strength, unity, and resolve, Jai Hind," Rahul Gandhi added.

Meanwhile, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday paid tribute to the victims of the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, asserting that the nation remains united, resilient, and determined against terrorism as India marked the first anniversary of the tragedy that claimed the lives of 26 tourists.

In a post on X, Kharge expressed deep condolences to the families of the victims and reaffirmed that their sacrifice will never be forgotten, also saluting the courage and valour of the Armed Forces and acknowledged the sacrifices made during subsequent security operations.

"My humble tribute to the 26 citizens who lost their lives during the Pahalgam terror attack on this day in 2025. The nation will never forget nor forgive the sacrifices of innocent citizens. Our thoughts and prayers remain with the bereaved families who lost their loved ones. We salute the valour and sacrifice of our brave Armed Forces, who fought with unbridled determination and fortitude during Operation Sindoor. We also remember our citizens at the border who lost their precious lives due to cross-border shelling. Their sacrifice is etched in the conscience of the nation. The spirit of India stands unbroken, resolute and united against every act of terrorism," Kharge said.

The April 22, 2025, terror attack in Pahalgam, a popular tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir, had shocked the nation after Pakistan-backed terrorists killed 26 civilians in a targeted assault reportedly based on religious identity.

In response, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). The operation destroyed multiple terror launchpads linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Hizbul Mujahideen.

The subsequent escalation saw cross-border shelling and drone attacks, followed by a ceasefire agreement on May 10 after DGMO-level talks.

- ANI

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Priya S
The grief of martyrs' families is indeed the grief of all Indians. But I wish our politicians would show this unity throughout the year, not just on anniversaries. The families need support, not just tributes. Still, Jai Hind to all our brave soldiers and security forces. 🙏
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Vikram M
Pahalgam attack was a wake-up call. Targeting tourists based on religion was pure evil. I'm glad the government responded with Operation Sindoor, but we need to secure our borders and tourist spots better. These politicians should focus on that instead of photo ops.
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited Pahalgam, this breaks my heart. Those valleys should be places of peace, not terror. I appreciate the bipartisan condemnation of this attack. May the souls of the 26 martyrs rest in peace. India must remain strong and united.
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Rohit P
Respected leaders are saying the right things, but let's also remember the border shelling victims mentioned by Kharge. Our jawans are sacrificing daily. The ceasefire was necessary, but I hope we don't become complacent. Eternal vigilance is the price of peace. Jai Hind!
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Kavya N
It's sad that it took such a tragedy for the nation to realize the vulnerability of our tourism sector in Kashmir. I hope the families of the 26 martyrs get the compensation and support they need. Words are cheap, but action matters. Still, I stand with the nation against terrorism. 🇮🇳

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