Terror Attack in Kashmir Resort Leaves 24 Tourists Dead, Dozens Injured in Mass Shooting

 32 tourists, all men, were systematically shot yesterday after the Islamic terrorists identified them as non-Muslims in Indian state of Kashmir. One Italian and Israeli among the victims

A deadly terror attack in the scenic Baisaran meadow of Kashmir, India, claimed the lives of at least 24 tourists and left dozens more injured after four armed militants opened fire on a large group of civilians. The attack, described as one of the deadliest against civilians in recent years, occurred near Pahalgam, a Himalayan town known for its natural beauty and often referred to as the "Switzerland of India."

According to police, the gunmen—believed to be militants opposing Indian control over the Kashmir region—stormed the popular tourist area and began firing indiscriminately at close range. Authorities confirmed that most of the victims were Indian nationals visiting the region during the spring tourism season.

A male victim, a newly wed with the spouse

Eyewitnesses recounted scenes of chaos and heartbreak. One distraught woman cried out, “My husband was shot in the head,” as survivors scrambled for safety in the aftermath. Medical personnel reported that several victims are in critical condition, and emergency services remain on high alert.

Omar Abdullah, the region's leader, expressed his sorrow and concern, noting that the scale of this attack surpasses previous incidents involving civilian targets. No militant group has yet claimed responsibility, and a nationwide manhunt is underway to locate the perpetrators.

Paramedics carry a wounded tourist on a stretcher at a hospital in Anantnag after assailants indiscriminately fired at tourists visiting Pahalgam, Indian-controlled Kashmir, Tuesday, April 22, 2025

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the mass shooting as a "heinous act," pledging justice for the victims and their families. He vowed that “those behind this act will not be spared,” emphasizing that the country’s resolve to fight terrorism remains “unshakable.”

India’s Home Affairs Minister Amit Shah also issued a strong warning, stating that the government would deliver the “harshest consequences” to those responsible. The attack coincided with a diplomatic visit from U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, who referred to the shooting as a “devastating terrorist attack” and extended condolences, expressing deep sympathy for the Indian people.

Paramedics carry a wounded tourist on a stretcher at a hospital in Anantnag after assailants indiscriminately fired at tourists visiting Pahalgam, Indian controlled Kashmir, Tuesday, April 22, 2025

The Kashmir region has long been a flashpoint of violence and political unrest, with militant insurgencies persisting since 1989 as part of a broader conflict over territorial control between India and Pakistan. Despite efforts at promoting peace and tourism, militant groups continue to target civilians in a bid to destabilize the region.