Synopsis
On April 23, Nepal's Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli condemned the terror attack in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, during a call with PM Modi. He expressed condolences for the victims, emphasizing the need for justice against the attackers. Both leaders reiterated their commitment to combat terrorism and strengthen bilateral ties.Key Takeaways
- Oli condemned the attack as heinous.
- Modi conveyed condolences for a young Nepali victim.
- India and Nepal are united against terrorism.
- The attack resulted in numerous casualties among tourists.
- Security in Jammu and Kashmir is heightened.
Kathmandu, April 23 (NationPress) The Prime Minister of Nepal, K P Sharma Oli, reached out to PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday to vehemently denounce the tragic terror attack that occurred in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, expressing his heartfelt condolences for the loss of innocent lives.
Oli described the attack as “atrocious” and engaged in a comprehensive discussion with Prime Minister Modi regarding the matter.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reported that PM Modi also expressed his condolences regarding the death of a young Nepali citizen during the attack, emphasizing India's dedication to ensuring that those responsible for this brutal act face justice.
The MEA stated, “India and Nepal unite in the battle against terrorism.”
Both leaders had recently convened at the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, where Oli characterized their meeting as “extremely constructive and positive.”
Nepal is viewed as a key ally of India under its 'Neighbourhood First' strategy, and their discussions reinforced the ongoing tradition of high-level dialogue between the two nations as they reiterated their intention to further enhance their multifaceted bilateral relations.
The horrific assault, which claimed the lives of over a dozen tourists and left many more severely injured, took place on Tuesday in the Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam. Heavily armed terrorists emerged from the dense surrounding forests and opened fire indiscriminately on tourists. This attack has been labeled one of the most dreadful incidents in the region in recent times.
Initial intelligence reports indicate that the Pakistan-based terrorist group, The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, has claimed responsibility for the attack, although official confirmation is still pending.
In the wake of Tuesday's grim incident, security forces in Jammu and Kashmir are on heightened alert. Security measures have been intensified at all vulnerable locations, with additional forces deployed throughout the Valley.
