Kashmir to observe shutdown tomorrow against Pahalgam terror attack on tourists

STC NEWS DESK
SRINAGAR, APRIL 22: (STC): Kashmir business, travel and trade bodies have given a call for Kashmir Bandh tomorrow (Wednesday) in protest against the terrorists killing 26 tourists in Pahalgam.
The shutdown call has been jointly issued by the Chamber of Commerce and Industries Kashmir (CCIK), Jammu and Kashmir Hoteliers Club (JKHC), All Travel Associations, transporters, restaurant owners, and civil society groups.
Tariq Rashid Ghani, President of CCIK, stated, “We have called for Kashmir Bandh on April 23, i.e., Wednesday, against this barbaric act of violence.” He emphasized the need for a collective response to condemn such atrocities and to stand in solidarity with the victims.
Owing to the call, there would be complete closure of businesses, transport services, and other establishments across the Valley.
The decision is supported by major stakeholders in the tourism sector, which has been deeply affected by the killings, Ghani said.
This tragic event is seen as part of a desperate attempt to destabilise the region and hurt its flourishing tourism industry. Business and Trade bodies will hold press conference tomorrow at Radission Collection. (STC)