CPI(MP) and Awami Ittehad Party join forces in all-party meet to denounce Pehalgam Attack

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 24 (ANI): In the aftermath of the tragic terrorist attack, leaders from various political parties gathered in an all-party meeting convened by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in Srinagar to express solidarity and collectively condemn the brutal attack that occurred in Pahalgam on April 22, 2025.
CPI(MP) MLA M Y Tarigami emphasised the importance of unity during this critical time, stating, "It is very important for us to stay united...We requested the governments of various states to ensure the safety of the people of J&K and their safe return to J&K."
Khursheed Ahmad Sheikh, MLA from the Awami Ittehad Party, described the meeting as a significant step, adding, "This was a significant meeting and we have unanimously passed a resolution...The central government took those steps which they thought were in the nation's best interests."
Following an all-party meeting, CM Omar Abdullah announced the adoption of a unified resolution by all parties, condemning the attack and affirming a shared commitment to peace and justice.
CM Omar Abdullah stated, "We, the participants of the All Party meeting of Jammu and Kashmir, deeply shocked and anguished by the recent barbaric attack in Pahalgam on 22nd April 2025 on innocent civilians, hereby adopt this resolution in a spirit of collective solidarity and resolve. We unequivocally condemn in the strongest possible terms the heinous, inhumane attack in Pahalgam that targeted and killed innocent civilians."
He further criticised the attack, calling it "a direct assault on the values of Kashmiriyat"
"Such cowardly acts of brutality against peaceful citizens have no place in society and are a direct assault on the values of Kashmiriyat and the idea of India, which have long been a symbol of unity, peace and harmony in the region...We also support the steps taken by the Union Government announced yesterday. We extend our deepest condolences to the families who have suffered loss," he said.
Additionally, the Chief Minister praised the sacrifice of Horse rider Shahid Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who saved the lives of many tourists.
"We salute the supreme sacrifice of Shahid Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who ferried tourists on his horse in Pahalgam and was martyred during his attempt to fight one of the terrorists to save the tourists... We humbly and earnestly appeal to the governments of all states and Union Territories in these trying times to come forward with an unwavering commitment to protect the Kashmiri students and citizens who find themselves far from home..."
He further added, "We call upon all political parties, community leaders, religious institutions, youth groups, civil society organisations and media organisations in J&K and the nation to maintain calm, resist provocations of those who seek to disrupt harmony and continue working together for peace and development of the region."(ANI)