Supreme Court condemns Pahalgam attack on tourists as a ‘cowardly act of terrorism’

Supreme Court condemns terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam, expresses solidarity with victims, calls for safety measures.

A Full Court of the Supreme Court on Wednesday (April 23, 2025) unanimously adopted a resolution expressing its deep anguish and condemning the cowardly terrorist attack on tourists at Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22.

“This diabolical act of mindless violence has shaken the conscience of all and is a stark reminder of the brutality and inhumanity that terrorism unleashes,” the Full Court resolution said.

Pahalgam terror attack LIVE updates

The court paid its tribute to the “innocent lives snuffed out brutally and prematurely while also expressing its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families”.

“May the departed souls rest in peace and may those who were injured recover soon. The nation stands with the victims and their families in this hour of indescribable grief. The attack on tourists, who were merely enjoying the natural beauty of the Crown Jewel of India i.e. Kashmir, is undoubtedly an affront to the values of humanity and the sanctity of life and this Court strongly condemns the same,” the court’s resolution said.

A two-minute silence was observed by judges, lawyers, members of the staff in the court complex to express solidarity with the victims as well as their bereaved families.

Meanwhile, a public interest petition was filed in the Supreme Court by an advocate, Vishal Tiwari, seeking a direction to the Centre and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir to take immediate steps to ensure the safety of tourists visiting the hilly and remote regions vulnerable to terrorist attacks.