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Reasi Terror Attack: NIA raids multiple locations in J&K’s Rajouri

June 30, 2024, 5:20 pm

National Investigation Agency (NIA), on Sunday, conducted searches at multiple locations across the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in connection with the Reasi terrorist attack that claimed nine lives, including that of a child. The attack, which took place on June 9, involved an LET affiliate group firing bullets on a bus carrying pilgrims from Shiv Khori to Katra, causing the vehicle to plunge into a gorge.

NIA raids based on arrested militant’s leads

The raids in Rajouri were based on leads provided by Hakam Khan, also known as Hakin Din, a key suspect arrested on June 19 in connection with the Reasi terror attack. Preliminary investigations by the NIA revealed that Din allegedly provided safe havens, logistical support, and sustenance to the terrorists involved in the attack. According to Mohita Sharma, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Reasi, Din not only harboured the attackers but also facilitated their movements and actions leading up to the deadly incident.

“The arrested person is a prime militant associate who helped the terrorists in the execution of the attack. Further interrogation and investigation of the case are ongoing,” she added. During questioning, Din revealed that three terrorists were staying at his house, and that they paid him Rs. 6,000, which has been recovered from him, Sharma said.

In June, Jammu and Kashmir experienced a series of terror attacks, prompting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah to review the security situation in the Union Territory. Prime Minister Modi expressed serious concern over the recent terror attacks and emphasized that no effort would be spared to deal with the enemies of the country.

“The enemies of peace and humanity are not happy with the development in Jammu and Kashmir. There were some terror attacks recently… the government has taken it seriously. The Home Minister, along with the J&K Administration, has reviewed the situation,” Modi said during a function in Srinagar during his two-day visit.

Reasi Terror Attack: J&K Police Makes First Arrest, Key Logistics Provider Detained

June 19, 2024, 5:30 pm

One individual has been formally arrested in connection with the Reasi terror attack, stated Reasi senior superintendent of police, Mohita Sharma. While not the mastermind, he played a significant role in the assault,” Sharma mentioned.

The police suspect that Hakim Din, a resident of Rajouri, provided logistical support to the attackers for the incident.

The terror attack on June 9 in Teryath village in Pouni area resulted in the loss of nine lives and injuries to 33 others, as a bus carrying pilgrims from Shiv Khori cave shrine to Katra in Reasi district was targeted.

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) transferred the case to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on June 17. This decision came during a high-level meeting led by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who instructed security forces and intelligence agencies to replicate anti-terrorism successes seen in the Kashmir valley in the Jammu region.

UP CM Yogi Provides Financial Assistance To Families Of Kuwait Fire Victims & Reasi Terror Attack

June 16, 2024, 5:56 pm

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath provided financial assistance to the families of two workers from Gorakhpur who lost their lives in a fire accident in Kuwait and to the devotees injured in the recent terrorist attack on a pilgrims’ bus in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir.

Recently, 45 Indians perished in a fire in a multi-storey building in Kuwait. Among them were Angad Gupta, from Jatepur North in Sadar tehsil, Gorakhpur, and Jairam Gupta, from Bhammaur in Campierganj tehsil.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath contacted the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian Embassy in Kuwait to ensure the dignified return of their bodies to their families. On Saturday, the bodies of both deceased workers arrived home, and their last rites were conducted with full honors.

On Sunday morning, the Chief Minister met with the families of the deceased at Gorakhnath temple, offering his condolences and heartfelt support. He presented cheques of Rs 5 lakh each to Angad Gupta’s wife, Rita Devi, and Jairam Gupta’s wife, Sunita, stating, “He stands with them in this hour of grief.”

Additionally, CM Yogi provided cheques of Rs 1 lakh each to Rajesh from Purdilpur, Gorakhpur, and Gayatri and Soni from Riksonna, Bhairopur, who were injured in the recent terrorist attack in Shivkhodi, Jammu.

During the occasion, the Chief Minister inquired about the health of the injured, assuring them that the government would ensure no shortage in their treatment. Notably, as soon as the information about the terrorist attack in Shivkhodi was received, the Chief Minister deployed a team of officials to treat the injured and safely bring back the trapped devotees to their homes.

“Cowardly Pakistanis Have Committed A Very Big Sin”: BJP President Ravinder Raina On Reasi Terror Attack

June 13, 2024, 4:08 am

Jammu and Kashmir BJP President Ravinder Raina visited the families of the bus driver and conductor killed in the terrorist attack in Reasi district on Wednesday, assuring them that “the whole country is with them.”

Raina addressed reporters, saying, “The cowardly Pakistanis have committed a very big sin… A bus was attacked in Reasi, in which at least 10 people lost their lives. Many people were injured in this terrorist attack.” He praised the bravery of the driver and conductor, stating, “The bus driver from Reasi, Vijay Kumar, who showed great courage, was martyred and lost his life. Similarly, Arun Ji, a bus conductor from the Katra region, also lost his life. They acted bravely and foiled the terrorists’ major conspiracy. I came here to express my condolences to their families. The whole country and Jammu & Kashmir are with them.”

Raina also posted a video on X of his meeting with the families, stating, “Met the bereaved families of late bus driver Vijay Kumar and late bus conductor Arun Kumar who sacrificed their lives in the terrorist attack in Reasi and expressed condolences.”

Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, condemned the attack as a crime against humanity and encouraged the public to maintain faith in the courage of security forces and J&K police. Sinha said, “Three days back, terrorists committed a heinous crime against humanity in Reasi. Everyone has anger about it, and I can understand that. I want you all to have trust in the courage of security forces and J&K police. We will be at ease only after eliminating terrorists and their supporters from J&K.”

Earlier on Wednesday, Jammu and Kashmir police released a sketch of one of the terrorists involved in the Reasi bus attack and announced a Rs 20 lakh reward for any information leading to his capture. The sketch was based on eyewitness descriptions.

The bus, carrying pilgrims from the Shiv Khori shrine to Katra, was attacked by terrorists around 6:10 pm on June 9, in the Pouni area of Reasi district, near the Rajouri district border. Jammu and Kashmir police believe the terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba is behind the attack and have formed 11 teams to investigate.

J&K Police Announces ₹20 Lakh Reward For Information On Terrorist, Releases Sketch

June 11, 2024, 11:41 pm

Jammu and Kashmir: Reasi Police on Tuesday announced a reward of Rs 20 Lakhs for any beneficial information regarding the whereabouts of the terrorist involved in the recent attack on a bus in the Pouni area.

The police have also released a sketch of the culprit based on the description of eyewitnesses.

In an appeal to the general public the Reasi police urged to provide any reliable information on the following contact numbers:-

SSP Reasi – 9205571332
ASP Reasi – 9419113159
DySP HQ Reasi – 9419133499
SHO Pouni – 7051003214
SHO Ransoo- 7051003213
PCR Reasi- 9622856295

On June 9, 10 pilgrims including a child were killed and over 30 people were injured in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district in a tragic incident after terrorists opened fire on a bus travelling from the Shiv Khori cave shrine to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra.

Alia Bhatt Condemns Terror Attack On Pilgrim Bus In Jammu And Kashmir

June 11, 2024, 3:58 pm

In a heartfelt response, renowned actor Alia Bhatt has condemned the recent terror attack on a bus carrying pilgrims in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the tragic deaths of at least nine individuals. Expressing her sorrow on Instagram, she wrote, “This is heartbreaking. My heart goes out to the victims and their families. Violence against the innocent shakes the very core of our humanity.”

Alia Bhatt’s reaction follows earlier comments from global icon Priyanka Chopra, who also denounced the attack. Priyanka shared her grief and confusion over the increasing global violence, stating, “Devastated. This heinous attack on innocent pilgrims is horrific. Why civilians and children?! It’s so hard to comprehend the hatred we’re witnessing around the world.” Other Bollywood celebrities, including Varun Dhawan, Mohit Raina, Parineeti Chopra, Kangana Ranaut, Riteish Deshmukh, and Anupam Kher, have also expressed their grief and solidarity with the victims and their families.

This tragic incident occurred on Sunday evening when a bus carrying pilgrims from the Shiv Khori shrine to Katra was attacked by terrorists in the Pouni area of Reasi district, bordering Rajouri district. The bus subsequently plunged into a gorge, resulting in the deaths and injuries of many on board.

Authorities have identified the terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba as the primary suspect behind the attack. In response, the Jammu and Kashmir police have formed 11 teams to conduct a thorough investigation. Additionally, a team from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) visited Reasi on Monday to assess the situation, with forensic experts actively collecting evidence.

The outpouring of grief and condemnation from influenced figures like Alia Bhatt and Priyanka Chopra highlights the widespread impact of violence. Their voices echo the collective sadness felt by millions.

Reasi Terror Attack: Family Of 4 Including 2-Year-Old Killed In J&K

June 11, 2024, 12:33 pm

Nine people lost their lives in the Reasi terror attack on Sunday. Among the victims, four were members of a single family, including a two-year-old boy, who died when their bus fell into a gorge after being fired upon by terrorists. Two cousins from Balrampur in Uttar Pradesh were also among the deceased.

The 53-seater bus was traveling from the Shiv Khori temple to Katra when it veered off the road after the gunfire and plunged into a deep gorge near Teryath village in the Poni area.

Rajendra Saini (42), a cloth merchant from Jaipur, his wife Mamta (40), their relative Pooja Saini (30), and her two-year-old son Levansh alias Titu were among the victims.

Om Prakash Saini, Pooja’s father, told The Indian Express that Rajendra and Mamta’s children have not yet been informed of their parents’ deaths. Rajendra and Mamta were residents of Chomu town in Jaipur district, while Pooja was from Ajmera ki Dhani in the Harmada area on Chomu road.

The family, including Pooja’s husband Pavan, had departed for Jaipur to visit Vaishno Devi on June 7. Pooja’s father mentioned that he was informed by a relative at 9:15 pm on Sunday about the terrorist attack on the bus they were traveling in. Pavan was injured but has since been discharged from the hospital.

The bodies of the four victims arrived in Jaipur by train on Tuesday, as reported by PTI. They arrived on the Pooja Express and were taken to Harmada and Chomu by their family members and relatives.

The two deceased from Balrampur in Uttar Pradesh were identified as Ruby and her maternal cousin Anurag Verma, according to the PTI report.

An IE report stated that Ruby was pursuing her graduation and worked as a teacher in a private school. She and her cousin Anurag were part of a 13-member group from Balrampur that went to offer prayers at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra. Her mother Vimla Devi and elder sister Maina Verma, who were also with them, were injured in the attack.

Balrampur District Magistrate Arvind Singh mentioned that 12 devotees from the district had gone on a pilgrimage to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu.

J-K LG Manoj Sinha Extends Rs 10 Lakh Ex-gratia for Reasi Terror Attack Victims’ Families

June 10, 2024, 3:02 pm

Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha declared on Monday that an ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakhs would be provided to the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 each to the injured in the Reasi terror attack.

“A control room has been established by the district administration to offer all necessary aid. A joint security force temporary headquarters, comprising the J&K Police, Army, and CRPF, has been established at the site, and a search operation is underway to neutralize the perpetrators of the Reasi terror attack,” stated the LG’s office.

The rescue operations have concluded, and the injured have been taken to Naraina and Reasi District hospitals. LG Sinha personally visited the injured at the hospital. “The bus driver was attacked by the terrorists, causing the bus to veer off the road. Nine individuals lost their lives, and approximately 37 were injured. The rescue operation commenced yesterday.

The police, CRPF, and Army have launched a search operation,” said LG Sinha in a statement to reporters in Jammu. “Those responsible for this will face severe consequences. Our priority is to save the injured. We have decided to provide Rs 10 lakhs to the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to the injured,” he added.

Additionally, a team from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is evaluating the situation in Reasi, and the NIA’s forensic team is collecting evidence. The incident occurred around 6:10 pm on Sunday when the bus, traveling from the Shiv Khori shrine to Katra, was targeted by terrorists in the Pouni area of Reasi district.

“Terrorists opened fire, causing the driver to lose control, and the bus plunged into a gorge,” according to officials. Survivors recounted the terrifying attack, with one stating, “After visiting Shiv Khori, bullets were fired at our bus while returning. The driver was shot, and some passengers were injured in the gunfire.”

Jammu and Kashmir police confirmed earlier in the day that at least two terrorists were involved in the attack, and a search operation is ongoing in the area.

Watch: Father Of An Injured In Reasi Terror Attack Reacts

June 10, 2024, 2:24 pm

ANI on Monday quoted Rajesh Kumar Mishra, father of injured Atul Kumar Mishra in Reasi terror attack. He says, “My son Atul Kumar Mishra left for Vaishno Devi on 6th June. He reached there on 7th June and stayed on 8th June… When he was returning on 9th, at 5:30 pm, terrorists attacked the bus, after which the bus fell into the ditch. My son has injuries on his arms and forehead and my daughter-in-law is also injured. They are doing fine and I was able to talk to them quite a few times… They will come back today or tomorrow… Pakistan was not happy with PM Modi taking the oath. I request PM Modi to give a befitting reply to Pakistan. This cowardly attack should not happen again…”

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#WATCH | Reasi Bus Terror Attack | Varanasi: Rajesh Kumar Mishra, father of injured Atul Kumar Mishra says, “My son Atul Kumar Mishra left for Vaishno Devi on 6th June. He reached there on 7th June and stayed on 8th June… When he was returning on 9th, at 5:30 pm, terrorists… pic.twitter.com/lSGWVXQJJs

— ANI (@ANI) June 10, 2024

On June 9, 10 pilgrims including a child were killed and many others were injured in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district in a tragic incident after terrorists opened fire on a bus travelling from the Shiv Khori cave shrine to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra.

Reasi Terror Attack: President Murmu, BJP Leaders Express Condolences Over Lives Lost in Jammu and Kashmir

June 10, 2024, 8:20 am

President Droupadi Murmu and several BJP leaders have expressed their deep condolences and condemned the Reasi terror attack on a bus carrying pilgrims to Shivkhori in Reasi district. The attack resulted in the deaths of nine people and injuries to 33 others.

President Murmu shared her sorrow on X, stating, “I am deeply distressed to learn of a bus accident in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir in which a number of pilgrims have died. My condolences to the families of the victims. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.” She further condemned the terrorist attack, calling it a “crime against humanity” and emphasized the nation’s solidarity with the victims’ families.

Union Minister and BJP leader Jagat Prakash Nadda also expressed his condolences, describing the attack as cowardly and extending his prayers for the injured and the families of the deceased. “Deeply pained by the cowardly attack on the bus carrying pilgrims in Reasi, J&K, my deepest condolences go to the families of those who lost their loved ones in this heinous act against pilgrims,” Nadda said.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath labeled the attack as “extremely sad” on X, offering tributes to the deceased and prayers for the injured. He expressed his condolences to the grieving families and prayed for the departed souls.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami condemned the attack, calling it a distressing and cowardly act. He assured that the perpetrators would not be spared and extended prayers for peace for the departed souls and strength to the families of the victims.

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai also condemned the attack, expressing his sorrow over the loss of lives and injuries. He strongly denounced the terrorist act and prayed for the victims’ families and the injured.

BJP leader Dilip Ghosh linked the attack to political developments, suggesting that the recent election results might have emboldened terrorists. He vowed that the perpetrators would be suppressed and assured that there was no place for terrorists in India.

The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir condemned the attack and assured that the terrorists would be brought to justice. He mentioned that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had taken stock of the situation and directed that the injured receive the best possible medical care.

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Reasi, Mohita Sharma, reported that the bus, traveling from the Shivkhori shrine to Katra, was attacked by terrorists, causing the driver to lose control and the bus to fall into a gorge. Rescue operations have been completed, with the injured transported to Naraina and Reasi District hospitals. The passengers were believed to be from Uttar Pradesh. Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Vishesh Mahajan, confirmed the incident, noting the tragic loss of lives as the bus rolled down the gorge.