PM Modi Cuts Brief Saudi Journey After J&Ok Assault, Leaves For India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi minimize brief his Saudi Arabia journey and left for India tonight after a terror assault in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam claimed 26 lives, which authorities say is the worst assault on civilians in years.

He was initially scheduled to return to India on Wednesday evening.

Exterior Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Nationwide Safety Adviser Doval visited the Royal Palace earlier to temporary the Saudi management on the sudden change in plans, sources stated.

“The latest terror assault in Kashmir was mentioned, and his royal Highness, the Crown Prince, condemned the phobia assault and provided any assist to India on this regard. India and Saudi Arabia have cooperation in points associated to terrorism, and we proceed to work collectively,” stated Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Suhel Ajaz Khan. 

The Prime Minister, stated sources, is predicted to chair a gathering of the Cupboard Committee on Safety in Delhi on Wednesday to deal with the escalating state of affairs in Kashmir. 

US President Donald Trump will communicate to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the terrorist assault to specific his condolences for many who misplaced their lives and supply assist to India, White Home Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated.

Earlier, US President Donald Trump condemned the assault on vacationers and expressed solidarity with India.

Sharing a put up on his social media platform, Reality Social, Trump wrote, “Deeply disturbing information out of Kashmir. The USA stands sturdy with India in opposition to Terrorism. We pray for the souls of these misplaced, and for the restoration of the injured.”

“Prime Minister Modi and the unimaginable folks of India have our full assist and deepest sympathies. Our hearts are with you all!” he added.

The killings come a day after PM Modi met with US Vice President JD Vance, who’s on a four-day tour of India along with his spouse Usha and youngsters.

Terrorists opened hearth at a famed meadow close to Kashmir’s Pahalgam city, dubbed “mini Switzerland” and about 90 km from key metropolis of Srinagar, and began firing at vacationers milling round eateries, taking pony rides or picnicking, officers and witnesses stated.

With the realm accessible solely by foot or horses, choppers had been deployed to evacuate the injured. The households of these killed and injured had been taken to the government-owned Pahalgam Membership below tight safety.

Earlier within the day, as information of the assault unfold, the Prime Minister dialled House Minister Amit Shah and requested him to go to the Union Territory. 

Amit Shah landed in Srinagar a bit of after 9 pm and drove straight to the Raj Bhavan from the airport.

Director Normal of Jammu and Kashmir Police Nalin Prabhat briefed the house minister upon his arrival. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Union House Secretary Govind Mohan and Director of Intelligence Bureau Tapan Deka had been current on the time of the briefing. 

Within the afternoon, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stated that “the assault is far bigger than something we have seen directed at civilians lately”.

“This assault on our guests is an abomination,” he stated in a press release. “The perpetrators of this assault are animals, inhuman and worthy of contempt.”

Helplines for help on Pahalgam terror assault:

Emergency Management Room – Srinagar:

0194-2457543, 0194-2483651
Adil Fareed, ADC Srinagar – 7006058623

24/7 Vacationer Assist Desk – Police Management Room, Anantnag

9596777669 | 01932-225870
WhatsApp: 9419051940

Helplines by Jammu and Kashmir Vacationer Division:

Please contact the next numbers for any help and data:
8899931010
8899941010
99066 63868 (Nissar Asst Director Tourism )
99069 06115 (Mudassir Vacationer Officer)