CM Omar Abdullah praises local boy who laid his life while protecting tourists in Pahalgam attack

STC NEWS DESK
SRINAGAR, APRIL 23 (STC):
A local boy showed exemplary courage during terrorist attack in Pahalgam when he stood up to the terrorists and even tried to snatch a rifle from them.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah revealed this while speaking to reporters today.
“We have come to know that one of the victims showed great bravery by trying to resist the attackers. He tried to grab the gun and was then shot. This courage will always be remembered,” Omar Abdullah said.
Meanwhile, the Chief Minister visited the families of the deceased and assured them of full support from the government. “We share the pain of the families. I have spoken to them, and we will extend all possible help. I am here to assure them that they are not alone,” he said.
Calling the attack shocking and painful, Omar Abdullah said such incidents highlight the challenges still facing Kashmir. (STC)