Tributes Pour In on First Anniversary of Pahalgam Terror Attack
One year since Pahalgam terror attack, tributes pour in: ‘We stand united’
Hindustan Times
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On the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack, Indian leaders, including President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, paid tribute to the 26 victims, mostly tourists. They reaffirmed India's commitment to combat terrorism, with international support expressed from the US, Israel, Japan, and the EU.
- 01Leaders across India paid tribute to the 26 victims of the Pahalgam terror attack.
- 02The attack, carried out by Lashkar-e-Taiba, triggered a military conflict with Pakistan.
- 03India's leaders emphasized a united front against terrorism and a zero-tolerance policy.
- 04International figures, including US and Israeli officials, expressed solidarity with India.
- 05The anniversary serves as a reminder of the ongoing threat of terrorism.
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On April 22, 2026, India commemorated the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 individuals, primarily tourists. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the tributes, emphasizing the nation's unwavering commitment to combat terrorism. The attack, executed by the Pakistan-based group Lashkar-e-Taiba, resulted in a four-day military conflict with Pakistan following retaliatory strikes by Indian forces under Operation Sindoor. Leaders from various political parties, including Rahul Gandhi, reiterated the importance of remembering the victims and standing united against terrorism. Union Home Minister Amit Shah affirmed the government's zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism, while Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted India's firm response to cross-border terror. International support was evident as US Ambassador Sergio Gor, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, and officials from Japan and the European Union expressed solidarity with India, condemning terrorism in all its forms.
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The anniversary serves as a reminder of the ongoing threat of terrorism in India, reinforcing the need for vigilance and unity among citizens.
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