Congress General Secretary Gulam Ahmed Mir strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, labeling it “inhumane and barbaric,” and pledged the party’s support for government initiatives aimed at restoring peace and security. He highlighted the nationwide outrage against the attack, emphasizing India’s unified stance.
Mir, also the leader of the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) in Jammu and Kashmir, spoke during an Assembly session where a resolution condemning the April 22nd attack, which killed 26 people, mostly tourists, was unanimously passed. The Assembly also observed a two-minute silence to honor the victims.
“The Congress fully supports the government’s initiatives aimed at safeguarding the country and restoring peace and normalcy,” Mir stated, reinforcing the party’s backing for necessary security measures. He stressed the importance of national unity, calling for communities to reject the terrorists’ divisive agenda.
Mir urged the government to take decisive action to prevent future attacks and ensure public safety. “We strongly condemn this attack. It is an inhumane and barbaric act that cannot be tolerated. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, the entire nation is protesting against this dastardly act,” he said.
Jammu and Kashmir Congress President Tariq Hameed Karra echoed Rahul Gandhi’s sentiments, emphasizing national unity and support for the government in defending India’s sovereignty. “The Indian National Congress stands united with the government of India at this critical juncture. In matters concerning national interest and sovereignty, we extend our full support to all necessary and appropriate actions. The defence of India’s integrity must remain paramount,” Karra quoted Gandhi.
Karra had previously condemned the attack as an “attack on humanity” and advocated for diplomatic solutions between India and Pakistan. He reiterated the need for unity at an all-party meeting convened by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, stating, “This is a moment of grief, not of politics. The country needs unity, not divisions.”
