Jammu & Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack, Announces Compensation for Victims

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Srinagar: In a heartfelt statement following the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed his deep shock and grief. The attack, which claimed innocent lives and left many injured, has been condemned in the strongest possible terms by the CM.

Abdullah took to Twitter, saying, “Deeply shocked and anguished by the despicable terrorist attack in Pahalgam yesterday. This barbaric and senseless act of brutality against innocent civilians has no place in our society. We condemn it in the strongest possible terms. We mourn the precious lives lost.”

In his message, the CM assured the public that the government was committed to providing full support to the victims and their families. He announced an ex-gratia of ₹10 lakh for the families of those who died in the attack, ₹2 lakh for those who were seriously injured, and ₹1 lakh for those with minor injuries.

“No amount of money can ever compensate for the loss of loved ones, but as a mark of support and solidarity, the J&K Government announces an ex-gratia of ₹10 lakh each for the families of the deceased, ₹2 lakh for those seriously injured, and ₹1 lakh for those with minor injuries,” Abdullah stated.

The Chief Minister also assured that all arrangements had been made for the dignified transport of the victims’ bodies back to their homes, and that the injured were receiving the best possible medical care.

“Our hearts go out to the bereaved families. We share in your grief and stand by you in this dark hour. But terror will never break our resolve, and we will not rest until those behind this barbarity are brought to justice,” he added.

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