Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 05:24am on 24 Apr 2025,Thursday India Global
Following the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed at least 26 lives, former Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram emphasized the need for a comprehensive response. He advocated for an immediate and extensive manhunt to apprehend the perpetrators and called for a thorough review of local intelligence mechanisms, citing a failure in information gathering. Chidambaram underscored the importance of opposing violence universally, warning that condoning it creates conditions favorable for terrorism. He noted a broad consensus against terror but acknowledged the presence of individuals who support violent actions. Regarding Jammu and Kashmir, Chidambaram reiterated the Congress party's stance on restoring statehood, clarifying that while it's essential, it is a separate issue from terrorist incidents. He affirmed that the Congress would support the government's decisions on counter-terrorism measures and suggested convening an all-party meeting after gathering complete information to discuss the way forward. (PC: X)
