Last rites of two Karnataka tourists killed in Pahalgam terror attack to be held with police honours
Bengaluru (PTI): The last rites of two tourists from Karnataka who were shot dead by terrorists in Kashmir's Pahalgam, will be performed with police honours, the government said.
Manjunath Rao and Bharath Bushan were among the 26 people killed in front of their families after confirming their religious identity in Pahalgam on Tuesday. Most of those killed by terrorists were tourists.
"Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has instructed the officials to take necessary steps to ensure that the last rites of Manjunath Rao and Bharath Bhushan, who were killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, are performed with police honours," the Chief Minister's office said in a statement.
Bodies of the two tourists were brought to the Kempegowda International Airport here during early hours on Thursday.
While Rao's body was taken to his hometown Shivamogga, Bushan's body was brought to his residence in Bengaluru. Their last rites are likely to take place later in the day.
Bhushan was shot dead by the terrorists while his wife Sujatha and their three-year-old son were spared. While Rao, a realtor, was also killed in the presence of his wife and son.
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Arrive 3 hours early: Airlines urge passengers as centre tightens airport security after Pak attack
New Delhi: Airlines have asked passengers to reach airports at least three hours before departure after the Centre increased security measures in response to Pakistan’s ongoing attack, reported India Today.
According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, all passengers will now face a Secondary Ladder Point Check (SLPC) before boarding. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has directed all airports and airlines to step up security.
Air India said, “Passengers are advised to arrive at least three hours prior to departure. Check-in closes 75 minutes before departure.” Akasa Air and IndiGo issued similar advisories, asking passengers to allow more time for security checks.
All passengers must carry valid photo ID and will undergo secondary checks before boarding. Visitor entry to terminals has been banned, and Air Marshals will be deployed as required.
The moves come as India’s defence systems shot down Pakistani missiles and drones in Jammu, Punjab, and Rajasthan. At least 21 airports are shut till May 10, and several flights are cancelled. Civilian aircraft are avoiding airspace over Pakistan and India’s western corridor, data from Flightradar24 shows.
