India pays tribute to Pahalgam victims, calls grow against cross-border terror

Apr 22, 2026

Pahalgam, Anantnag, 22 April 2026: - Across India, citizens, officials, and civil society groups came together to pay heartfelt tributes to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, marking its anniversary with solemn ceremonies and renewed calls to combat terrorism. Students and civil society members in Jammu and Kashmir also held protests and rallies, raising strong voices against Pakistan-backed terrorism and demanding justice for the victims. The commemorations were accompanied by sharp criticism of Pakistan-linked terror networks, with activists accusing Pakistan of continuing to shelter terror groups targeting India. The experts highlighted the geopolitical dimensions of terrorism in the region, pointing to longstanding international dynamics that complicate efforts to counter terror networks. As India marks the anniversary of the Pahalgam attack, voices across the country are growing louder against what they describe as continued cross-border terror support. Experts and activists argue that unless concrete action is taken against terror infrastructure operating from across the border, such threats will persist.