In the aftermath of a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district that resulted in the deaths of 10 pilgrims and injuries to 33 others, the Congress party has questioned the central government’s assertions of peace in the region. Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera condemned the attack and criticized the government’s approach to the ongoing conflict in Jammu and Kashmir. He highlighted the disconnect between the government’s peace claims and the ground realities faced by various groups in the region.
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- Terror Attack in Reasi: Terrorists attacked a bus in J&K’s Reasi district, killing 10 pilgrims and injuring 33 others.
- Congress Condemnation: Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera condemned the attack and expressed concerns over the government’s peace claims in J&K.
- Questioning Peace Claims: Khera questioned the Centre’s assertions of peace in Kashmir, calling them arrogant and disconnected from reality.
- Groups Lacking Peace: He highlighted that daily wagers, Kashmiri Pandits, local residents, tourists, security forces, and pilgrims all lack peace in the region.
- Political Criticism: Khera criticized the government for cheap political one-upmanship in its peace declarations.
- Ongoing Violence: He emphasized that ongoing violence contradicts the government’s narrative of peace.
- Simultaneous Events: Khera pointed out the contrast between the NDA government’s oath-taking ceremony and the terror attack on pilgrims, as well as an Indo-Pak cricket match occurring simultaneously.
- Social Media Reaction: Khera posted on X (formerly Twitter) about the contradictory events happening at the same time.
- Security Measures: Following the attack, security forces have launched a massive manhunt to apprehend the terrorists.
- Public Outcry: The attack has led to widespread condemnation and calls for stronger security measures to protect civilians and pilgrims in J&K.
