Pahalgam Terror Attack: ‘We Could Hear Firing For Long…’ Maharashtra Couple Who Narrowly Escaped Recall Terrifying Incident (VIDEO) | FPJ
Nagpur: A family from Maharashtra’s Nagpur district is grappling with the aftermath of a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that claimed the lives of 28 individuals, marking it as one of the gravest civilian killings in recent times. The man, who was vacationing with his wife and son, recounted how a mere 20-minute difference saved their lives.
“This incident happened when we had just left the place of the incident. We could hear the sound of firing for a long time. Everyone was trying to escape from the place. We were 20 minutes away from the actual spot. We did not look back as we just wanted to escape from there,” the man, visiting from Nagpur, told the news agency ANI.
His wife, who suffered a leg fracture amidst the chaos, remembered the scene vividly, “People were yelling, ‘they are firing!’ We just ran. There was no room to move.” Eyewitness accounts further detailed the horrifying events. Waheed, a local tour guide, recounted assisting the injured by transporting them on horseback after hearing the gunfire, and described seeing lifeless bodies on the ground.
Pahalgam, approximately 90 kilometers from Srinagar, has long been a favored tourist destination, and this shocking attack has left both the region and the nation in shock. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah labeled the incident as “much larger than anything we’ve witnessed targeting civilians in recent years,” condemning the attackers as “inhuman.”
PM Modi On Pahalgam Attack
In response to the atrocity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who abruptly cut short his Saudi Arabia visit, condemned the attack as a “heinous act” and expressed his commitment to justice. He directed Home Minister Amit Shah to visit the scene, and Shah arrived in Srinagar, promising, “We will deal with the offenders with the severest repercussions.” The attack has shaken the community, underscoring the need for enhanced security and safety measures for tourists in the area.
As security forces conduct a search in the valley for the individuals responsible for the attack, survivors and the families of the victims are grappling with the aftermath, experiencing the trauma and nightmares of that tragic day, with some having narrowly escaped.
CM Fadnavis On Pahalgam Attack
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has condemned the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam, expressing his heartfelt condolences to the families who have suffered losses. He stated, “I pray for the swift recovery of those injured in this incident. We stand in solidarity with the families and loved ones in their grief.” Additionally, Fadnavis emphasized the importance of maintaining communication with senior officials of the Jammu and Kashmir administration and mentioned his outreach to Vijay Kumar Bidri, the Divisional Commissioner of Kashmir, regarding the ongoing situation in Pahalgam.
Helpline For Tourist Seeking Assistance In J&K
In response to the crisis, the District Collector’s Office and the District Disaster Management Authority have made an appeal to the residents, urging them to inform the district administration if they have information about any individuals from their district or acquaintances in Pahalgam.
They provided contact numbers 9372338827 and 7304673105 for such notifications. Furthermore, a dedicated 24/7 helpline has been set up for tourists in Srinagar, along with a continuous emergency control room and help desk located at the District Collector’s Office at the district headquarters.
Tourists seeking assistance can access help at any time through this facility. In case of emergencies or other issues, they are encouraged to use the provided contact numbers for immediate support. The authorities are focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of all affected during this distressing time.
