The actor condemns the brutal killing of innocent tourists in Jammu and Kashmir, joins Bollywood in demanding peace and justice amid national mourning
Mumbai, April 23:
Superstar Salman Khan has condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, calling it a heartbreaking tragedy that has turned the “heaven on earth into hell.” In an emotional post on X, the actor expressed deep sorrow and fury over the loss of innocent lives.
“Kashmir, heaven on planet earth, turning into hell. Innocent people are being targeted. My heart goes out to their families. Ek bhi innocent ko maarna puri kainath ko maarne ke barabar hai,” he wrote.
National and Global Condemnation Mounts
The terror attack, carried out at Baisaran Meadow in Pahalgam, has drawn strong condemnation from world leaders, political figures, and celebrities alike. The incident has deeply shaken the nation, reigniting concerns over the safety of civilians and tourists in the region.
Among the voices expressing grief and outrage:
- Shah Rukh Khan called for national unity, writing: “May we, as a nation, stand united, strong, and seek justice for this heinous act.”
- Alia Bhatt shared a poignant message: “Innocent lives lost… Seeking beauty. Seeking peace. And now there’s only grief.”
- Anushka Sharma called it a “cold-blooded terror attack,” while Sidharth Malhotra labelled it a “cowardly act,” placing his faith in India’s armed forces.
Government & Security Forces Respond
Following the attack, Union Home Minister Amit Shah conducted a high-level security review in Srinagar and visited the Baisaran meadow, the site of the massacre. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has also joined the probe, coordinating with Jammu and Kashmir Police to track down the perpetrators.
The Baisaran attack, one of the deadliest post-Article 370 incidents in the valley, has prompted heightened security measures, candlelight marches, and shutdowns across the region as the country mourns and demands justice.