"Yesterday, some terrorists in Pahalgam carried out this act, I strongly condemn it and whoever is affected I express my sympathies to them," the CM said during a press conference in Raipur.
In the aftermath of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, actor Anupam Kher has voiced his strong condemnation, expressing both deep sorrow and intense anger over the brutal massacre.
The terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on Tuesday has left families mourning across several parts of the country, including Nagpur in Maharashtra.
"This is a very unfortunate incident. This terrorist attack is a conspiracy by Pakistan. This is an attack on the countrymen; this is an attack on Hindustan. I strongly condemn it. Those who have attacked fired bullets by asking the religion of individuals," the Deputy Chief Minister said in
Prime Minister Modi and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman co-chaired the second Strategic Partnership Council meeting in Jeddah, advancing cooperation in defence and cultural sectors. The visit was cut short following a terror attack in Pahalgam, prompting the PM's early return to India.
Security has been beefed up since the attack, with visuals from the area showing the streets being deserted in the usually bustling tourist area. Many organisations have also called for a Jammu bandh following the attack.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday called for strict punishment against the perpetrators in the aftermath of the attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.
PM Modi arrived in the national capital, cutting short his state visit to Saudi Arabia, following the terrorist attack. PM Modi was on a two-day State visit to Saudi Arabia at the invitation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
PM Modi skipped the official dinner hosted by Saudi Arabia and decided to cut short his visit, according to government sources. He was originally scheduled to return on Wednesday night. However, he arrived in India early Wednesday morning after a terrorist attack took place in Pahalgam on
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the terrorist attack against tourists in Pahalgam. He offered condolences to the people of India and wished speedy recovery for all the people injured in the attack.
"Spoke with HM Amit Shah, J&K CM Omar Abdullah, and J&K PCC President Tariq Karra about the horrific Pahalgam terror attack. Received an update on the situation. The families of victims deserve justice and our fullest support," Gandhi posted on X.