New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his monthly ‘Mann Ki Baat’ address on Sunday, April 27, delivered a deeply emotional message to the nation, expressing sorrow and outrage over the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. He pledged unwavering action to ensure justice for the victims.
Addressing the nation with visible anguish, PM Modi said, “There is a deep agony in my heart. The April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam has left every citizen heartbroken. Every Indian feels deep sympathy for the families of the victims.” Stressing India’s resolve, he assured, “Nyaay milega, nyaay milkar hi rahega” — Justice will be served, no matter what.
Reflecting on the broader implications, Modi remarked that the nation’s enemies are targeting India’s growth and aspirations. However, he underscored the strong international support India has received in the aftermath of the attack. “Global leaders have called me, written letters, sent messages. Everyone has strongly condemned this heinous terrorist attack… The entire world stands with the 1.4 billion Indians in our fight against terrorism,” the Prime Minister said.
He further conveyed the country’s collective anger, stating, “The blood of the nation is boiling after the cowardly attack,” and promised the “harshest possible punishment” for those responsible. “Once again, I assure the victims’ families that they will get justice. The conspirators and perpetrators of this attack will face the harshest response,” Modi added, reaffirming his government’s steadfast commitment to national security and the elimination of terrorism.
The horrific attack unfolded on April 22, when terrorists ambushed a group of tourists at Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam. In the brutal assault, 26 people — 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen — lost their lives, and over 20 others sustained injuries. Initially, The Resistance Front (TRF), a known proxy of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility, though the group later retracted its statement.
The fallout from the attack has been significant on the diplomatic front. Accusing Pakistan-based groups of masterminding the assault, India responded strongly by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, expelling Pakistani diplomats, and closing key border crossings. Pakistan, for its part, has denied any involvement and retaliated by shutting its airspace to Indian flights.
In an effort to support those affected, the government announced compensation packages — Rs 10 lakh for each deceased victim’s family and Rs 2 lakh for those who were seriously injured. At the same time, security infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir is being ramped up, with plans for permanent deployment of Army and paramilitary forces in vulnerable zones to deter future threats.
