SRINAGAR, APRIL 28: Jammu and Kashmir Congress President Tariq Hameed Karra amplified the position of Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, emphasizing national unity and steadfast support for the Government of India in protecting the country’s sovereignty.
The tweet, posted in response to the tragic April 22, 2025 attack—which claimed 26 lives, mostly tourists—highlights the Congress party’s commitment to upholding India’s integrity during this critical time.
Quoting Rahul Gandhi, Karra tweeted: “The Indian National Congress stands united with the Government of India at this critical juncture. In matters concerning national interest and sovereignty, we extend our full support to all necessary and appropriate actions. The defence of India’s integrity must remain paramount.”
This statement calls for collective action and solidarity in the wake of the brutal attack at Pahalgam’s Baisaran meadow—described as one of the deadliest civilian assaults in the Kashmir Valley in recent years.
Karra’s post reinforces the Congress party’s position, as expressed by Rahul Gandhi, to refrain from politicizing the tragedy while standing firmly with the government in seeking justice and ensuring national security.
The J&K Congress chief had earlier condemned the attack in the strongest terms, calling it an “attack on humanity,” and urged both India and Pakistan to maintain calm and resolve issues through diplomacy.
At an all-party meeting convened by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on April 24, Karra reiterated the need for unity, stating, “This is a moment of grief, not of politics. The country needs unity, not division.”
Congress has proposed sending an all-party delegation to visit the families of the victims and has suggested erecting a memorial in Pahalgam to honor those who lost their lives. He also called for posthumous recognition of Shaheed Syed Adil Hussain—who heroically tried to save tourists during the attack—with the nation’s highest bravery award.