Kolkata (
West Bengal
[India], April 23 (ANI):
West Bengal
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday condemned the
Pahalgam terror attack
in
Jammu and Kashmir
and called for stringent measures against those responsible.
Mamata Banerjee stated, “I completely denounce this assault. We will examine the specifics subsequently. For now, we reject this deed outright. Terrorism knows no creed and must not be excused. A significant military presence was evident. Nonetheless, I won’t delve into this issue presently. We demand robust measures against those responsible.”
Banerjee stated that three individuals from the state were amongst those who died in the incident.
Pahalgam terror attack
in
Jammu and Kashmir
The individuals from the state who have been identified as victims are
Bitan Adhikari
and
Samir Guha
from Kolkata, and
Manish Ranjan
from Purulia.
“At the Cabinet meeting, we denounced the assault and adopted a resolution. I communicated with Bitan’s spouse and sibling. Additionally, I talked to the eldest brother of the individual who was harmed in Behala. Our support is with them all,” she stated.
Previously, Mamata Banerjee had extended her sympathies to the families and guaranteed them of the state’s assistance during this challenging period.
On social media, X, Mamata Banerjee stated, “Based on the newest updates we received, three individuals from our state lost their lives in the tragic events in Kashmir. We are making all necessary preparations through our administrative team at Delhi Airport to assist the families of those who were affected as well as facilitate their travel onwards to Kolkata. The Resident Commissioner’s office in Delhi remains in contact with these families. I am closely monitoring this situation, and our top officials are actively involved.”
A somber time for each and every one of us. The victims we have lost are:
Bitan Adhikari
(of Baishnabghata, Kolkata),
Samir Guha
(Sakher Bazar, Kolkata), and
Manish Ranjan
(Jhalda, Purulia) Words fail to offer adequate comfort to their families, despite my heartfelt sympathy. Our support remains with the families,” the message continues.
The assault that occurred on Tuesday in the Pahalgam sector of Anantnag district transformed a location previously renowned for its peace into an area of sorrow. This incident marked one of the most significant terrorist attacks in the region following the repeal of Article 370 in 2019.
In the meantime, the Indian Army and
Jammu and Kashmir
The police have initiated a search operation in the vicinity of Baisran, Pahalgam, Anantnag, aiming to apprehend those responsible for the assault. (ANI)
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