Indian Navy Officer Among Tourists Slain in Pahalgam Terror Attack
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Synopsis
An Indian Navy officer, Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, was among the victims of a horrific terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. This attack resulted in the deaths of 26 tourists including two foreigners. A protest shutdown has been called in response, and candlelight vigils are being held across the region.
Key Takeaways
- Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, an Indian Navy officer, was killed in Pahalgam.
- The attack resulted in 26 deaths and numerous injuries.
- A protest shutdown has been organized by local merchants.
- Candlelight vigils are taking place across various towns.
- The Resistance Front has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Srinagar, April 22 (NationPress) An Indian Navy officer was among the tourists tragically killed by terrorists at the scenic hill station of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir.
A defense official confirmed the identity of the officer, stating, “Lieutenant Vinay Narwal (26 years old), who was stationed in Kochi, was fatally injured in the Pahalgam attack while on leave. He hails from Haryana and recently celebrated his marriage on April 16.”
While officials indicated that the official death toll from Tuesday's terror incident will be announced after compiling the names and addresses of the victims, sources have disclosed to IANS that 26 tourists have lost their lives, which includes two foreign nationals. Additionally, 20 individuals have sustained injuries, comprising both tourists and local residents.
The majority of the injured are in stable condition and receiving treatment at the local hospital in Pahalgam, while those with severe injuries have been transferred to Srinagar for specialized care.
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the valley and Jammu has announced a protest shutdown in response to the terror attack scheduled for tomorrow.
Local merchants, travel operators, and other community members have rallied in support of this shutdown.
Candlelight vigils have taken place in Srinagar, Pahalgam, Baramulla, and various other locations, with protesters demanding accountability and punishment for those responsible for the Pahalgam massacre.
This incident marks one of the most significant terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir since the 2019 Pulwama attack. Union Home Minister Amit Shah convened a high-level security meeting at Raj Bhawan in Srinagar.
The meeting included LG Manoj Sinha, the Union Home Secretary, the Director of IB, senior military and paramilitary leaders, the J&K DGP, and intelligence officials.
Minister Shah is set to visit the site of the terror attack tomorrow.
In the meantime, a significant anti-terror operation is currently underway in the Pahalgam area to locate the terrorists responsible for this despicable act.
The Resistance Front (TRF), a faction associated with the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror group, has claimed responsibility for this cowardly attack on unarmed, innocent tourists.
