Breaking: Pahalgam Terror Attack aftermath
Indian authorities crack down on terror as government and political parties respond
Live Updates on Pahalgam Terror Attack in J&K: Two Individuals Suspected of Links to Pakistani Intelligence Agents Detained in Amritsar for Unlawful Data Sharing
The deadly Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 innocent lives (25 Indians and 1 Nepali) brutally taken, has sparked a resolute response from Indian authorities and key political players. Here's the latest:
Government actions
- Counterterrorism Operations: Indian forces, exhibiting a fierce determination, have launched extensive cordon-and-search operations (CASOs) across Anantnag district, detaining 175 suspects and razing the homes of four militants connected to extremist group Lashkar-e-Taiba in various districts[2][3].
- House Demolitions and Accidental Blasts: Explosives hidden in two militants' homes went off accidentally during raids, causing extensive damage[2].
- Increased Security: Authorities have reinforced security around forested areas and checkpoints, adopting a proactive approach in the aftermath of the attack[2].
Political reactions
- BJP's Rebuke: The BJP has accused the Congress of revealing their true colors in the face of the Pahalgam tragedy, following controversial statements by a Karnataka Congress minister[2].
- Shiv Sena's Assertion: Leader Shaina NC has linked India's suspension of the Indus Water Treaty to Pakistan's involvement in the cross-border terrorism that led to the attack. She emphasized that the government is taking decisive action against terror[2].
Judicial condemnation
The Supreme Court of India has strongly condemned the cowardly act, expressing its outrage and sympathy over the tragic loss of lives[4].
Global implications
While there is no direct reported international coordination, this attack occurring in the midst of ongoing tension between India and Pakistan over water-sharing treaties points to broader geopolitical implications. The lack of clear foreign government responses in the available reports leaves room for further analysis.
[1] India News Desk. (2025, May 11). Kashmir Pahalgam Terror Attack Live Updates: Pakistani-flagged vessels banned from Indian ports. The Indian Express. Retrieved from https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/terror-attack-on-pahalgam-congress-criticises-govt-no-concrete-action-yet-8165495/
[2] Indian Army. (2025, May 4). Unprovoked attacks by Pakistan along the Line of Control (LoC) in J & K districts. ANI. Retrieved from https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/india-pakistan-armed-forces-exchange-unprovoked-fire-along-loc-2871806
[3] India Today. (2025, May 11). Pahalgam attack: Now Shiv Sena's Shaina NC connects suspension of water treaty with Pakistan's response on terror funding. Retrieved from https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/pahalgam-attack-now-shiv-sena-s-shaina-nc-connects-suspension-of-water-treaty-with-pakistan-s-response-on-terror-funding-1865356-2025-05-11
[4] The Week. (2025, May 5). Indian Supreme Court slams 'barbaric' terror attack on Kashmir's Pahalgam. Retrieved from https://www.theweek.in/news/india/2025/05/05/indian-supreme-court-slams-barbaric-terror-attack-on-kashmirs-pahalgam.html
- Despite international silence, the unprovoked Pahalgam terror attack might have broader implications in the realm of global politics, considering ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan over water-sharing treaties.
- In a directive to protect against further terrorist threats, Indian authorities have intensified security at forested areas and checkpoints, while also carrying out extensive counterterrorism operations in the Anantnag district.
- In the aftermath of the Pahalgam tragedy, Indian politicians have been vocal, with the BJP accusing the Congress of revealing their true colors, and Shiv Sena's Shaina NC connecting India's suspension of the Indus Water Treaty to Pakistan's involvement in cross-border terrorism.
- Responding to the Pahalgam attack, the Supreme Court of India strongly condemned the act, expressing outrage and sympathy over the tragic loss of innocent lives.
