North India Statesman
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Pahalgam attack: The case of terrorist attack on 22 April 2025 in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir has now reached the Supreme Court. 26 people were killed in this attack, most of whom were tourists. A PIL (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a judicial inquiry into the incident and demanding adequate arrangements for the safety of tourists. This petition is to be heard in the Supreme Court today.
What is the demand in the application?
The petition states that the economy of many states of North India depends on tourism. Such terrorist attacks not only endanger the safety of tourists, but also cause heavy damage to the local economy. The petition has demanded instructions to prepare a concrete plan for the security of the Central Government, Jammu and Kashmir Administration, CRPF and NIA for the safety of citizens at tourist places. The plan recommends real -time monitoring, intelligence coordination and deployment of quick response teams.
Apart from this, there has also been a demand for deployment of armed forces for the safety of tourists in mountainous and sensitive areas. The petition demanded the formation of a judicial commission under the chairmanship of the retired judge of the Supreme Court to investigate the Pahalgam attack.
Tension between India and Pakistan increased after the attack
The responsibility of the attack in Basaron Valley of Pahalgam was first taken by a terrorist organization called ‘The Resistance Front’ (TRF), which is a form of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba. However, the TRF later denied the claim. This attack has increased tension between India and Pakistan. India has taken several diplomatic steps in response, including suspending the Indus Water Treaty and closing the attic border.
Jammu and Kashmir Police and NIA engaged in investigation
The Jammu and Kashmir Police and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) are currently investigating the attack. A reward of Rs 60 lakh has also been declared on the three suspected terrorists.
