August 30, 2025

28 Tourists Killed in Pahalgam: CM Sukhu, Congress Vow Strong Action

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Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu joined a solemn candlelight march in Shimla, organized by the Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC), to protest the brutal terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The march commenced from Sher-e-Punjab and concluded at the historic Ridge Maidan, where Congress leaders paid heartfelt tributes to the 28 victims.

United Against Terrorism: A Message from Himachal

Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Sukhu strongly condemned the cowardly act, stating that such incidents threaten the unity and integrity of the nation. He affirmed that Himachal Pradesh stands united with the Union Government in combating terrorism. “We vow to eliminate every force that tries to disturb the peace of our country,” he declared.

The CM emphasized that the Congress Party has a legacy of sacrifice for national unity, recalling the martyrdom of former Prime Ministers Indira Gandhi and Rajeev Gandhi.

Prominent Leaders Join the March

Several top Congress leaders participated in the march, including:

  • Rajya Sabha MP and AICC In-charge Rajni Patil
  • HPCC President Pratibha Singh
  • Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri
  • Health Minister Col (Dr.) Dhani Ram Shandil
  • Industries Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan
  • Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi
  • Education Minister Rohit Thakur
  • Rural Development Minister Anirudh Singh
  • Mayor Surinder Chauhan
  • HPTDC Chairman R.S. Bali
  • State Planning Board Vice Chairman Bhawani Singh Pathania
  • Deputy Chief Whip Kewal Singh Pathania
  • Several MLAs and senior party workers

Congress Stands with Victims’ Families

The All India Congress Committee (AICC) and the Himachal Pradesh Government expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families. The CM reiterated that the government and people of Himachal Pradesh stand firmly in solidarity with the victims and will support all efforts to protect the sovereignty and security of India.


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