Rameez Makhdoomi
Onlykashmir.in News Desk
On the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack, tributes are being paid to the martyrs across the country and a renewed resolve is being expressed with an atmosphere of mourning. 26 innocent people were killed in this attack on April 22, 2025, which is considered one of the worst terrorist incidents in the country.
The Indian Army, recalling its operation “Operation Sindoor” on this occasion, said that the hideouts of the militants were targeted in this high-speed operation and according to the official statement, more than 100 terrorists were killed. The forces, reiterating their zero tolerance policy against terrorism, said that justice has been served.
The affected families are still in grief, but their morale is high. Pragati Jagdale, wife of the late Santosh Jagdale, recalling the incident, said that the terrorists entered the village and opened fire indiscriminately. She demanded that the government strengthen the army further to prevent such incidents in the future.
Meanwhile, eyewitness to the attack, Ishaania Dwivedi, described the incident as extremely brutal and said that it was a terrorist attack against humanity, the memory of which still haunts us.
The memorial in Pahalgam keeps the sacrifice of these 26 lives alive, while the limited but continuous influx of tourists indicates that life goes on despite the fear. Efforts are underway to revive tourism and the local economy in Kashmir.
Although tight security arrangements and reduced tourist activities still reflect the effects of the tragedy, Pahalgam is trying to regain its identity as a major tourist center.
The message of this anniversary for the nation is clear that the pain remains, but the resolve against terrorism has become stronger than ever.
On the first anniversary of the Halgam terrorist attack, students and local residents held rallies, demonstrations and prayer services in areas adjacent to the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. The participants condemned terrorism, expressed solidarity with the victims and demanded lasting peace in the region.
According to details, more than 2,000 students took part in an anti-terrorism march at various places in Karnah subdivision of north Kashmir, including Hajnar, Kandi and Tithwal. The students raised slogans against terrorism and carried placards with messages in support of the victims and their families.
A government official said that the younger generation is standing firm against violence and believes in a peaceful and developed future.
World leaders condemn terrorism
On the anniversary of the Pahalgam attack, countries around the world expressed solidarity with India and strongly condemned terrorism.
In their statements, the UK, Argentina, Australia and the EU paid tribute to the victims and said that terrorism is unacceptable in any way. World leaders called for joint efforts for peace and security and increased cooperation against terrorist networks.
The leaders reiterated their commitment to take united action against such attacks at the global level to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Furthermore, the international community also stressed the need to adopt an effective strategy against cross-border terrorism and strengthen information sharing, so as to ensure lasting peace and stability at the international level.
President of India’s statement
I pay my deepest condolences to the victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The loss of innocent lives in this horrific incident will always remain etched in our collective memory. I express my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. The entire nation stands with them. Such cowardly acts of terrorism cannot shake our resolve for peace and unity. We are steadfast in our resolve to eliminate terrorism in all its forms and everywhere.
Prime Minister Modi’s statement
I remember the innocent people who lost their lives in the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam on this day last year. They will never be forgotten. My thoughts are with the bereaved families of this tragedy.
As a nation, we are united in grief and resolve. India will never bow down to terrorism. The nefarious designs of terrorists will never succeed.
Home Minister’s statement
Today, we remember with utmost solemnity the innocent lives lost in the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam last year. The grief and pain of losing our people is still alive in the heart of every Indian. Terrorism is the biggest enemy of humanity, against which we must unite and defeat it. India will remain steadfast in its zero tolerance policy against terrorism and its sponsors.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha’s statement
“I pay tribute to the innocent people who lost their lives in the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam on this day, 2025. Their memories will always live in our hearts. My sympathies and prayers are with their families.
We will neither forget nor forgive. This is our firm commitment. India is united against terrorism. We reiterate our resolve and strong resolve to completely eradicate terrorism from the land of Jammu and Kashmir.”
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s statement:
Even after a year, we are united against terrorism and violence. We remain steadfast in our resolve to rid Jammu and Kashmir of the suffering and loss of innocent lives. We are committed to taking every possible step to ensure that such an incident never happens again. We forever stand in solidarity with the families who lost their loved ones in this cowardly attack a year ago. May the souls of the victims of the terrorist attack rest in peace.
Mirwaiz Kashmir’s statement:
On the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack, we remember with deep sorrow those who lost their lives and stand in solidarity with their families, who continue to bear the pain of this tragedy, and unfortunately always will. These dates in our calendar every year reopen our wounds to similar tragedies witnessed by us in the last three decades at Gaw Kadal, Zakoora, Hawal, Sopore, Wandhama, Chittisinghpura, to name a few. Thousands of precious human lives lost to the conflict.
Yet the faith and aspiration of the people of Jammu Kashmir in non violence and lasting peace with dignity through talks, remains unwavering. We hope and pray that such gruesome events are forever a thing of the past. Ameen
