J&K CM Omar meets PM Modi for first time after Pahalgam attack
The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on Saturday, marking his first meeting with the Prime Minister after the devastating Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of at least 26 tourists.
The meeting, which reportedly lasted for around 30 minutes, is believed to have focused on the recent terror attack that shook the nation. The Pahalgam attack, which took place on April 22, 2025, was a chilling reminder of the ongoing threat posed by terrorist groups in the region.
The meeting comes at a critical juncture for the state, which has been grappling with a surge in terrorist activities in recent months. The attack on the tourists in Pahalgam was a stark reminder of the vulnerability of the state’s tourist infrastructure, which is a significant contributor to the state’s economy.
Omar Abdullah, who has been vocal about the need for a comprehensive approach to tackle terrorism in the state, is believed to have used the meeting to stress the need for a coordinated effort between the Centre and the state government to tackle the menace.
The meeting is also seen as an opportunity for Omar Abdullah to brief the Prime Minister on the ground situation in the state and seek his guidance on the way forward. The Chief Minister is believed to have highlighted the challenges faced by the state’s security forces in tackling the terrorist groups, particularly in the Valley.
The Prime Minister, who has been a strong advocate of a muscular approach to tackle terrorism, is believed to have assured Omar Abdullah of his government’s commitment to providing all necessary support to the state to tackle the threat.
The meeting has come at a time when the country is still reeling from the shock of the Pahalgam attack. The attack, which was carried out by a group of heavily armed terrorists, was one of the deadliest in recent years, and has sent shockwaves across the country.
The Pahalgam attack has also sparked concerns about the security of tourists in the state, and the government has been working overtime to reassure visitors that the state is safe for tourism.
The meeting between Omar Abdullah and PM Modi is seen as a significant step towards addressing the concerns of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, and to finding a lasting solution to the problem of terrorism in the state.
In a statement released after the meeting, the Prime Minister’s Office said that the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister discussed the situation in Jammu and Kashmir and the measures being taken to tackle terrorism. The statement said that the Prime Minister assured the Chief Minister of his government’s commitment to providing all necessary support to the state to tackle the threat.
The statement also said that the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister discussed the need for a comprehensive approach to tackle terrorism, and agreed to work together to address the concerns of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting between Omar Abdullah and PM Modi has been widely seen as a significant development in the ongoing efforts to tackle terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. The attack on the tourists in Pahalgam has highlighted the need for a coordinated approach to tackle the menace, and the meeting is seen as a step towards achieving that goal.
