Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Adopts Resolution Condemning Pahalgam Terror Attack, Session Adjourned Sine Die
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, during a special session on Monday, unanimously adopted a resolution condemning the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam.
The resolution, moved by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary following opening remarks from Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather, expressed strong disapproval of the attack and extended solidarity to the victims and their families. After its adoption without any division, the session was adjourned sine die.
Endorsing the diplomatic steps taken by the Union Government after the Cabinet Committee on Security meeting, the resolution described the attack as an assault on the values of “Kashmiriyat,” the Constitution, and the spirit of unity, peace, and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir.
“This House expresses its profound shock and anguish at the barbaric and inhumane attack perpetrated on innocent civilians at Pahalgam. This House unequivocally condemns the heinous, cowardly act that resulted in the loss of innocent lives,” the resolution stated.
The Assembly also paid tribute to Shaheed Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who sacrificed his life trying to save tourists during the attack. “This House salutes the supreme sacrifice of Shaheed Syed Adil Hussain Shah, whose courage and selflessness reflect the true spirit of Kashmir and shall serve as an enduring inspiration for future generations,” the resolution added.
Members of the House observed a two-minute silence to honour the 26 people who lost their lives in the attack.
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, addressing the Assembly, made it clear that he would not use the tragedy to demand statehood for Jammu and Kashmir. Expressing deep emotion, Abdullah said, “I will not use this moment to demand statehood. After Pahalgam, with what face can I ask for statehood for Jammu and Kashmir? Meri kya itni sasti siyasat hai? We have talked about statehood in the past and will do so in the future too, but it would be shameful on my part to link it to this tragedy.”
An emotional Abdullah also apologised to the families of the victims, acknowledging the failure to ensure their safety.
The Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed, is regarded as one of the deadliest incidents in the Valley since the 2019 Pulwama attack that claimed the lives of 40 CRPF personnel. In the aftermath of the attack, India has taken firm measures against Pakistan for its continued support of cross-border terrorism.
