What did J&K locals arrested for housing Pahalgam terrorists tell government?
In the wake of the recent Pahalgam terrorist attack, which left several tourists and locals injured, the Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, revealed in the Lok Sabha that two Jammu and Kashmir locals, arrested for housing the terrorists, shared crucial information with the government. According to Shah, the two arrested individuals told the government that the terrorists reached their hut, located 2 kilometers from the Baisaran Valley, on April 21.
While speaking in the Lok Sabha, Shah provided a detailed account of the events leading up to the attack. He stated that the terrorists, who were armed with AK-47s and M9 Carbines, arrived at the hut dressed in black outfits. After spending some time, they ate, drank tea, and took some food, salt, chillies, and spices before leaving.
Shah’s revelation has raised several questions and concerns among the general public, including what was the motive behind the Pahalgam terrorist attack, who were the terrorists, and how did they manage to reach the valley undetected? Moreover, the fact that the two J&K locals were arrested for housing the terrorists has sparked debates about the involvement of locals in terrorist activities and the need for stricter measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
Background of the Pahalgam terrorist attack
For the uninitiated, the Pahalgam terrorist attack occurred on April 12, when a group of terrorists, believed to be affiliated with the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militant group, opened fire on a group of tourists and locals at a campsite in the Pahalgam area of Anantnag district. The attack resulted in the injury of several people, including tourists from various parts of the country.
The incident sent shockwaves across the country, with many expressing concern about the safety and security of tourists visiting Jammu and Kashmir. The attack also raised questions about the effectiveness of the security measures in place to protect tourists and locals in the valley.
What did the arrested locals tell the government?
According to Shah, the two arrested locals told the government that the terrorists arrived at their hut on April 21, two days before the attack. The terrorists, who were armed with AK-47s and M9 Carbines, were dressed in black outfits and spent some time at the hut before leaving.
Shah’s statement raises several questions, including how did the terrorists manage to reach the hut undetected, and what was their motive for spending time at the hut before the attack? Moreover, the fact that the terrorists were able to take food, salt, chillies, and spices from the hut suggests that they may have been preparing for a prolonged stay in the area.
Concerns about local involvement in terrorist activities
The revelation that the two arrested locals were involved in housing the terrorists has sparked concerns about the involvement of locals in terrorist activities. Many are questioning whether the locals were aware of the terrorists’ plans and whether they were coerced into providing shelter to them.
There are also concerns about the motive behind the attack. Was it a random act of violence, or was it a targeted attack on tourists and locals? The fact that the terrorists spent time at the hut before the attack suggests that they may have been planning the attack for some time.
Need for stricter measures to prevent such incidents
The Pahalgam terrorist attack highlights the need for stricter measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The government needs to take a proactive approach to ensure the safety and security of tourists and locals in the valley.
This includes increasing the presence of security personnel in tourist areas, improving intelligence gathering, and taking measures to prevent the movement of terrorists in the valley. Moreover, the government needs to work with local residents to prevent the involvement of locals in terrorist activities.
Conclusion
The Pahalgam terrorist attack and the revelation that two J&K locals were arrested for housing the terrorists raise several concerns about the safety and security of tourists and locals in the valley. While the government needs to take a proactive approach to prevent such incidents in the future, it is also important to work with local residents to prevent the involvement of locals in terrorist activities.
Moreover, the fact that the terrorists were able to reach the valley undetected and spend time at a hut before the attack suggests that there may be gaps in the security measures in place. The government needs to address these gaps to ensure the safety and security of all individuals visiting Jammu and Kashmir.
Source:
Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s statement in the Lok Sabha, available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch
