Indore Resident Sushil Nathaniel Killed in Pahalgam Terror Attack, His Daughter Injured
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Synopsis
On April 23, an Indore resident, Sushil Nathaniel, was fatally shot in a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. His daughter, Akanksha, survived but sustained injuries. The local government is providing support to the family during this tragic time.
Key Takeaways
- Sushil Nathaniel was killed during a terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
- His daughter Akanksha was injured but survived.
- The attack raises concerns about violence in Kashmir.
- Local authorities are coordinating to assist the family.
- Madhya Pradesh's Chief Minister expressed condolences.
Bhopal, April 23 (NationPress) A resident of Indore tragically lost his life during a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, located in Jammu and Kashmir.
As per police reports, Sushil Nathaniel, along with his wife and two children, had traveled to Jammu and Kashmir for a vacation.
On Tuesday evening, a terrorist opened fire on the family, resulting in the fatal injury of Nathaniel. His remains are expected to arrive in Indore at 8:15 p.m. on Wednesday via an Air India flight.
Nathaniel's daughter, Akanksha, was injured by a gunshot wound to her leg but managed to survive. The terrorists questioned Nathaniel about his faith and demanded he recite a specific prayer.
When Nathaniel identified his faith as Christianity, he was shot. The devastating news of his death reached his family through a phone call from his son.
The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Yadav, expressed his condolences on X, stating, "The passing of Indore resident Shri Sushil ji in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam is profoundly saddening. I pray to Baba Mahakal (Lord Shiva) to grant him a place at his lotus feet..."
He also mentioned, "The entire nation stands united with our honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the esteemed Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah to respond to this cowardly act."
Collector Ashish Singh stated, "We are coordinating with the local administration in Srinagar. The body will be airlifted to Indore. The other family members are safe and are in Srinagar, receiving first aid. The Chief Minister is continuously updated on their situation."
"The body of the casualty from Indore in the Pahalgam Terror Attack will be brought by Air India flight number AI 803 at 8:15 p.m. Following the instructions of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, I visited the Hiranagar area this morning to meet the family members. The government is supporting them during this tragic time," the District Collector posted on his official X handle.
Relatives of Nathaniel in Indore expressed their sorrow and disbelief over his untimely death, stating that he had planned to visit Israel this year but altered his plans due to his wife's business commitments.
They also reflected on the political climate in Kashmir and highlighted the sacrifices made by individuals like Nathaniel's grandfather, who fought in the Second World War, lamenting the ongoing violence that has claimed yet another innocent life.
