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Residents across Jammu and Kashmir held candlelight marches condemning the Pahalgam terror attack. A local Tourist Police officer described rescuing injured victims while tourists recounted fleeing the scene. PM Modi strongly condemned the attack, vowing to bring the perpetrators to justice. Delhi remains on high alert following the incident.

Key Points: J&K Locals Hold Candlelight March Against Pahalgam Terror Attack

  • Locals in Baramulla, Srinagar, Poonch, and Kupwara protest terror attack
  • Tourist Police recount rescuing injured victims
  • Delhi on high alert post-attack
  • PM Modi condemns attack, promises justice
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Locals hold candlelight march at several places in J&K against Pahalgam terror attack

Residents across J&K protest Pahalgam terror attack with candlelight marches as PM Modi vows justice.

"We condemn this attack against humanity. – Fayaz Ahmad Bhatt, General Secretary, Mecca Market"

Srinagar, April 22

Residents of Jammu and Kashmir turned up for a candlelight march at several places in the state against the Pahalgam terror attack that took place on Tuesday.

Locals in Baramulla, Srinagar, Poonch and Kupwara held a candlelight march while Bajrang Dal workers in Jammu held a protest against the terror attack.

Fayaz Ahmad Bhatt, General Secretary, Mecca Market, said, " We condemn this attack against humanity."

A local working as a Tourist Police personnel in Pahalgam said, "I rescued three injured persons. Local people rescued all the injured. there."

A tourist from Maharashtra's Nagpur who was present at the spot said, "This incident happened when we had just left the place of the incident. We could hear the sound of firing for a long time. Everyone was trying to escape from the place. We never looked back, as we just wanted to escape from there."

Meanwhile, Delhi is on alert after the terror attack. According to the Delhi police sources, Delhi police has been instructed to keep a close watch on tourist places and other important places.

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday "strongly" condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam and paid condolences to those who have lost their loved ones.

In a post on X, PM Modi stated that those responsible for this heinous act will be brought to justice."I strongly condemn the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that the injured person recovers as soon as possible. All possible assistance is being provided to those affected," PM Modi said.

"Those behind this heinous act will be brought to justice...they will not be spared! Their evil agenda will never succeed. Our resolve to fight terrorism is unshakeable, and it will get even stronger," he added.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Heartbreaking to see such violence in such a beautiful place. The candlelight marches show the true spirit of Kashmir - peace and unity against terrorism. 🙏
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Sunita P.
The local heroes who rescued the injured deserve so much recognition! In times of crisis, it's ordinary people who show extraordinary courage.
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Amit D.
While I appreciate the PM's strong words, I wish we'd see more concrete action to prevent these attacks from happening in the first place. Security needs to be proactive, not just reactive.
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Priya M.
Can't imagine how terrifying it must have been for those tourists. Visiting Kashmir should be about enjoying nature's beauty, not fearing for your life. 😔
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Vikram S.
The unity shown by people across J&K in these marches gives me hope. Terrorism divides, but humanity always finds a way to come together.
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Neha R.
My heart goes out to all affected families. No one should have to go through this trauma. The candlelight vigil is such a beautiful way to stand against darkness.

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