J&K residents will guard tourists like soldiers: Minister Javed Ahmed Rana
Jammu: In the aftermath of the devastating terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet Minister Javed Ahmed Rana has issued a strong statement condemning the violence and assuring the safety of tourists visiting the region.
Addressing the media on Saturday, Rana described the attack as an unspeakable tragedy. "The Pahalgam attack cannot be described in words. No amount of condemnation is enough. This tragedy occurred in our own home. When something like this happens in your house, the pain is unforgettable for generations," he told IANS.
Rana emphasized that the Jammu and Kashmir government stands united with the Central government in ensuring law and order in the region. "The people of the state are fully committed to maintaining peace and security," he added.
Highlighting the unity shown by political parties, Rana noted that, "For the first time, political parties across the region have come together, taking to the streets to express their outrage. We appeal to the nation to remember how the people of Jammu and Kashmir displayed humanity by rushing to help the injured tourists without hesitation. We commend their bravery."
Extending an invitation to visitors, Rana said, "I appeal to all fellow citizens: if you wish to visit Jammu and Kashmir, please come. Our people have always stood like soldiers to protect our guests, and we will continue to do so."
The statement comes in the wake of the brutal attack on April 22, when heavily armed terrorists opened fire on a group of unarmed tourists in the Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam. The assault left at least 26 people dead and several others critically injured, sparking nationwide outrage and demands for stern action against the perpetrators.
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BJP councillor dies by suicide after being threatened by youths following party's bypoll win
Agartala (PTI): A BJP councillor of Dharmanagar Municipal Council (DMC) in North Tripura died by suicide on Tuesday after he was allegedly threatened and humiliated by a group of youth following the saffron party's victory in the Dharmanagar bypoll, police said.
Rahul Kishore Roy, who was also the BJP's Yuva Morcha mandal president, took the extreme step a day after BJP candidate Jahar Chakraborti won the bypoll for the Dharmagar Assembly constituency by a massive margin.
Chief Minister Manik Saha expressed shock over the youth leader's death and assured an impartial inquiry into the allegations brought by the deceased’s wife, Ananya Bhattacharjee.
"I am shocked by the untimely death of Rahul Kishore Roy. May his soul rest in peace, and also offer my sympathy to the bereaved family. I also assured that an impartial inquiry will be conducted following the complaint of the deceased's wife", the CM wrote on Facebook.
Roy's wife has lodged a complaint with the local police station, holding seven persons responsible for her husband's death.
"Soon after the announcement of the results of the bypoll to the Dharmagnar Assembly bypoll, six to seven youths attacked our residence at Chandrapur at 3 pm and started hurling abuses at my husband. They also assaulted me to hand over my husband to them," she stated in the complaint.
Ananya said, "The same gang returned late at night again, attacked our house and hurled two or three bombs. They also threatened to eliminate my husband whenever he is found at Dharmanagar."
Deeply upset by the attacks and threats, my husband committed suicide by hanging from the ceiling early Tuesday morning. I urge the Officer in Charge (OC), Dharmanagar police station, to investigate against these people for justice, she said.
"Based on a specific complaint, we have registered a case, and an investigation is underway. No one has been arrested yet," SP, North Tripura, Avinash Kumar Rai said.
(Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available on the state’s health helpline 104, Tele-MANAS 14416.)
