
In a deeply disturbing incident gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, killing 26 people and injuring several others. The mass shooting occurred near the Baisaran meadow, a popular tourist spot nestled in the hills, often called “Mini Switzerland” for its breathtaking scenery.
Eyewitnesses described a sudden ambush, with attackers reportedly emerging from nearby forested areas and firing at close range. The location’s inaccessibility complicated rescue efforts, though locals and emergency services worked together to move victims to safety.
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The shocking scale and brutality of the attack has left the country in mourning, while drawing harsh condemnation from across the political spectrum. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the act “cowardly” and said those responsible will face the full force of justice. Union Home Minister Amit Shah reached the region soon after to coordinate a high-level security review.
The tragedy has also triggered a storm of anger and grief across social media, with thousands expressing fear and frustration over rising insecurity. Among the most widely shared posts is a tweet that reads:
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“They didn’t ask what your caste is.
They didn’t ask what language you speak.
They didn’t ask which is your state.
All that mattered was that you are a Hindu.”
#Pahalgam
This message, and others like it, have gone viral—capturing a growing sense of vulnerability felt by many citizens, especially in the Hindu community. The incident has sparked an ongoing online debate around religious safety, minority-majority dynamics, and national security priorities.
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As of now, no group has claimed responsibility for the massacre. Security forces have launched massive combing operations in the region and are evaluating potential threats ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage.
The Pahalgam attack stands as a grim reminder of the unresolved tensions in the valley and the urgent need for safeguards to protect both locals and tourists alike. Below are few viral tweets.
We can keep blaming Pakistan for the #Pahalgam attack, but it is impossible to execute this without any local support. pic.twitter.com/HuiRdwhDqJ
— Krishna (@Atheist_Krishna) April 22, 2025
जात नहीं धर्म पूछा ।#Pahalgam pic.twitter.com/yTsVCPgdzc
— RADHE ࿗ (@Iamradhe_p00) April 22, 2025
Imagine packing your bags for a peaceful vacation, and returning as a headline. Om shanti to all those innocent lives lost #Pahalgam pic.twitter.com/Q2h4Bvn3dF
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) April 22, 2025
They didn't ask what your caste is.
They didn't ask what language you speak.
They didn't ask which is your state.All that mattered was that you are a Hindu.#Pahalgam pic.twitter.com/i3rXXDm8iS
— Kashmiri Hindu (@BattaKashmiri) April 22, 2025
Wake up, Hindus, wake up !#PahalgamTerrroristAttack #pahalgamattack #Pahalgam#Kashmir pic.twitter.com/e0iEcXF7lr
— Indrajit (@Lotus_indrajit) April 22, 2025
#Pahalgam Victim's wife : "Me andy son said to the Terrorist, SHOOT us also. But he refused.
~ He said- MODI KO BOLO (Tell Modi)."This isn't just terrorism. It's a challenge. Time for a ten times harder answer. NO MERCY pic.twitter.com/UYoRY7Ar52
— The Analyzer (News Updates️) (@Indian_Analyzer) April 22, 2025