Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, denounced the terrorist attack that took place in the Bijbehara area of South Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Wednesday. The attack resulted in the tragic killing of a civilian from Bihar.
In an official statement released by the J-K Raj Bhavan, it was conveyed, “The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, has condemned the terror attack in Bijbehara, Anantnag, today. He has conveyed his condolences to the family of the martyred civilian Raja Shah, a resident of Bihar.”
Expressing his profound grief, Lt. Governor Sinha remarked, “No words are strong enough to condemn the heinous terrorist attack in Bijbehara, Anantnag, targeting Raja Shah, a resident of Bihar. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of the innocent civilian martyred in this cowardly attack.”
He further added, “The entire nation stands in solidarity with the family in this hour of grief. We have full faith in the unparalleled valour of J&K Police and security forces, and I assure the people that terrorists responsible for this barbaric act will have to pay a very heavy price. We will hunt down the perpetrators and crush those elements who are aiding and abetting the terrorists.”
The incident occurred when terrorists fired upon and critically injured Raju Shah, a resident of Bihar, at Jablipora Bijbehera, Anantnag, as reported by the Kashmir Zone Police on social media platform X.
Despite being rushed to the hospital for treatment, Shah succumbed to his injuries. Following the incident, the area was cordoned off, and a search operation was initiated by the police.
Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) President Farooq Abdullah and Vice President Omar Abdullah expressed shock and sadness over the unfortunate incident, vehemently condemning the attack.
Similarly, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti also offered her condolences and condemned the senseless act of violence.
The incident underscores the ongoing challenges posed by terrorism in the region and emphasizes the need for continued efforts to ensure peace and stability in Jammu and Kashmir.
