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The Indian Embassy in Berlin organized a profound memorial event honoring the 26 victims of the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Over 100 attendees, including German government officials and diplomats, gathered to express solidarity with India's fight against terrorism. Ambassador Ajit Gupte shared Prime Minister Modi's strong condemnation of the attack and highlighted its impact on Kashmir's peace and tourism. The event underscored the international community's united stance against terrorist violence, with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz also condemning the brutal assault.

Key Points: Ajit Gupte Honors Pahalgam Terror Attack Victims in Berlin

  • Indian Embassy hosts memorial for 26 Pahalgam terror attack victims
  • German officials express strong solidarity with India
  • Ajit Gupte highlights PM Modi's condemnation of terrorism
  • TRF attack targeted Kashmir's emerging tourism landscape
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Indian Embassy in Berlin pays tribute to Pahalgam terror attack victims

Indian Embassy commemorates Pahalgam victims with German officials, highlighting international solidarity against terrorism

"Our thoughts are with the families of the victims - Olaf Scholz, German Chancellor"

Berlin, April 26

The Indian Embassy in Berlin organised a solemn event to honour the memory of the victims of the brutal terror attack that took place on April 22 in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.

The attack, which claimed 26 innocent lives, was carried out by The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).

The commemorative gathering, held on Friday, saw participation from over 100 attendees, including senior officials from various ministries of the Federal Government of Germany, members of the diplomatic corps, and the Indian diaspora in Germany.

India's Ambassador to Germany, Ajit Gupte, paid heartfelt tributes to the victims and shared Prime Minister Narendra Modi's strong remarks condemning the terror attack.

Ambassador Gupte also drew attention to the perpetrators' intent to derail the peace and normalcy that Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed in recent years, particularly with the surge in tourism in the region.

Attendees expressed their solidarity with India's fight against terrorism and conveyed support for justice and peace. Visitors at the event offered tributes and observed a moment of silence in honour of the lives lost.

Following the brutal assault, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz had also strongly condemned the attack, terming it a "cowardly terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam."

In a post on X, he wrote, "Our thoughts are with the families of the victims, and we wish the injured a speedy recovery. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the people of India."

On April 24, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met Jens Plotner, Foreign and Security Policy Advisor to German Chancellor Scholz, to discuss the Pahalgam attack and deepen bilateral cooperation.

Jaishankar, acknowledging Germany's support, posted on X, "Pleased to meet Foreign and Security Policy Advisor to German Chancellor Jens Plotner today. Appreciate Germany's expression of solidarity on the recent terrorist attack in India."

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Heartbreaking to see innocent lives lost to terrorism. Glad to see international support and solidarity. The world needs to unite against these cowardly acts 🙏
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the tribute, I wish the article had included more about the victims' stories rather than focusing so much on political responses. These were real people with families and dreams.
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Amit S.
Germany's support means a lot! Terrorism has no borders and neither should our fight against it. #StandAgainstTerrorism
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Sunita R.
The attack on tourists is especially cruel - targeting people who just wanted to experience Kashmir's beauty. My prayers for all affected families. May peace prevail in the valley ❤️
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Vikram J.
Important to see diplomatic efforts continuing despite the tragedy. EAM Jaishankar's meeting shows we're taking concrete steps, not just symbolic gestures. Strong response needed.
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Neha P.
The moment of silence observed in Berlin gives me chills. So many nations coming together in grief... terrorism affects us all. #PahalgamAttack

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