Nepal Grieves Following the Death of Its National in Pahalgam Terror Attack
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Synopsis
Nepal's Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba confirmed the death of a Nepali national, Sudip Neupane, in the recent Pahalgam terror attack. The attack, which left 26 tourists dead, has drawn widespread condemnation from Nepalese officials and an expression of solidarity with India.
Key Takeaways
- Sudip Neupane from Rupandehi died in a terrorist attack.
- Nepal's leaders condemned the attack as heinous.
- Solidarity expressed between Nepal and India.
- The attack resulted in the death of 26 tourists.
- Security heightened in Jammu and Kashmir.
Kathmandu, April 23 (NationPress) Nepal's Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba announced on Wednesday that a Nepali national tragically lost his life in the horrific Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The victim, identified as Sudip Neupane, hailed from the Rupandehi district of Nepal. Reports indicate that his mother sustained injuries during the attack, according to the minister.
Condemning the act as both cruel and inhumane, Minister Deuba expressed her condolences through social media, mourning the loss of Sudip Neupane.
“I am profoundly saddened by the news regarding the death of Nepali citizen Sudip Neupane from Butwal-11, Kalikanagar, Rupandehi, due to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, yesterday. I extend my heartfelt tributes to him and my deepest sympathies to his family,” she posted on X.
“I also wish for a swift recovery for his mother, who was injured during the attack. Reports indicate that they were visiting the area,” added the post.
Minister Deuba reiterated that the Government of Nepal stands in solidarity with the Indian Government and the people of India during this period of sorrow.
In related news, Nepal’s Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli reached out to PM Narendra Modi, vocally condemning the deadly terror strike in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district while also expressing condolences for the lives lost.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) conveyed that PM Modi also expressed his condolences regarding the young Nepali national's death and emphasized that India is dedicated to ensuring justice for the perpetrators of this brutal act.
Oli described the attack as “heinous” and discussed the matter extensively with Prime Minister Modi.
“I spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convey my deepest condolences for the loss of life in the Pahalgam terrorist attack. I reiterated Nepal’s steadfast solidarity with India against such heinous acts. I appreciate his sincere condolences regarding the loss of the Nepali citizen,” Oli posted on X.
Earlier in the day, Nepal's President Ramchandra Paudel expressed his sentiments on social media, calling the act of violence “utterly reprehensible.”
“I feel profound grief over the loss of innocent lives in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India. Such violence targeting innocent individuals is utterly unacceptable. My heartfelt condolences go out to the families who have lost loved ones, and I pray for the swift recovery of the injured,” he posted on X.
The Foreign Ministry of Nepal also unequivocally condemned the barbaric attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, extending condolences to the grieving families and wishing for a complete recovery for the injured.
“In line with our firm stance, Nepal condemns terrorism in all its forms and believes that such heinous acts cannot be justified in any context,” the ministry added.
The brutal attack, which resulted in the deaths of 26 tourists and left many others severely injured, occurred on Tuesday in the Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, where heavily armed terrorists emerged from dense forests and opened fire on tourists indiscriminately. This incident has been labeled one of the most horrific in the region's recent history.
Preliminary intelligence reports indicate that the Pakistan-based terror group The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, has claimed responsibility for the attack.
In response to the gruesome event, security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have heightened alert levels. Security has been increased at vulnerable locations, and additional forces have been deployed throughout the valley.
