Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary moved a resolution in the J&K Legislative Assembly during a special session convened to address the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam.
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. It expressed full solidarity with the victims and their families, offering condolences to those affected.
The resolution strongly condemned the terror attack and expressed unwavering support for the victims.Members of the Assembly also observed a two-minute silence to pay homage to the 26 people killed in the April 22 attack.
According to the resolution document: “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 also honoured the sacrifice of Shaheed Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who laid down his life while trying to save tourists during the attack.
“Such acts of terror are a direct assault on the ethos of Kashmiriyat, the values enshrined in our Constitution, and the spirit of unity, peace, and harmony that have long characterised Jammu & Kashmir and our nation. This House stands in full solidarity with the victims and their families. We extend our deepest condolences to those who have suffered irreparable loss and affirm our collective resolve to share in their grief and support them in their hour of need,” the document read.
“This House salutes the supreme sacrifice of Shaheed Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who, while bravely attempting to save tourists, laid down his life. His courage and selflessness embody the true spirit of Kashmir and shall serve as an enduring inspiration for future generations,” it added.
The resolution further acknowledged the unity and resilience shown by the people of Jammu and Kashmir in the aftermath of the attack and their support for the victims. It also endorsed the diplomatic measures announced by the Union Government on April 23, 2025, following the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security.
“This House endorses the diplomatic measures announced by the Union Government on 23rd April 2025 after the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security,” the resolution stated.
The attack is considered one of the deadliest in the Valley since the 2019 Pulwama strike, in which 40 CRPF jawans were martyred. In response to the Pahalgam terror attack, India has taken strong measures against Pakistan for its continued support of cross-border terrorism.
J&K Assembly Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack, Passes Resolution
