Reasi, other terror attacks | Khalid urges unified stand against violence

Srinagar, June 11: In the aftermath of Reasi Jammu brutal terror attack , senior politician Sheik Khalid Jehangir on Tuesday  called for a united front against the perpetrators of violence.

The terror attacks, he described as ruthless and aimed at disrupting the J&K 's fragile economy, have once again brought the issue of security in Kashmir to the forefront. The politician was on one day hunger strike to protests against the terrorist attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. He sat on hunger strike in the morning and ended in the evening.

Khalid Jehangir, voiced his concerns about the motives behind these terror activities. "These ruthless terror attacks have only one objective: to disrupt the economy of Kashmir," he said. "They want to prove Kashmir is unsafe. That's their only mission." Jehangir's remarks come at a time when Kashmir is striving to attract investment and boost tourism, which has been severely impacted by decades of terrorism. The terror attack has not only claimed innocent lives but also instilled fear among the local population and potential visitors. "Unfortunately, Pakistan sponsored terrorists kill everything which is linked with Kashmir," Jehangir lamented, highlighting the broader impact of Pakistan -sponsored terrorism on J&K’s socio-economic fabric.  He expressed frustration that these critical issues are often overlooked. "Nobody talks about it," he added, emphasizing the need for a more comprehensive discourse on the ramifications of terrorism in Kashmir.

In light of the recent violence, Jehangir made a fervent appeal to all sections of society to rise against the terror menace. "A request: instead of tweets, everyone should come out and speak against them. Political leaders, civil society, trade bodies, we common Kashmiris cannot be mute spectators," he urged.

The recent attack in Reasi, characterized by the brutality, has shaken the local community. Eyewitnesses reported scenes of chaos and grief, as families mourned their loved ones and businesses shuttered in fear. In response to the attacks, security forces have ramped up operations to track down the terrorists responsible. The government has also pledged additional resources to bolster security and restore confidence among the populace.

Political leaders across party lines have also condemned the attacks and expressed solidarity with the victims. There is a growing consensus that a multi-faceted approach, involving both security measures and community engagement, is essential to combat the threat of terrorism in J&K.