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Tragic Pahalgam Attack: NIA Investigates Operator's Disturbing Video

4/30/2025

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Summary

NIA Investigates Attack

The NIA is probing the tragic Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 innocent lives on April 22, 2025. A disturbing video reveals zipline operator Muzammil chanting “Allahu Akbar” moments before the chaos erupted. While his family claims he was driven by fear, the NIA has found no connections between him and the assailants.

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Tourists Targeted Brutally

A tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, on April 22, 2025, claimed the lives of 26 tourists, including Rishi Bhatt from Gujarat. Capturing the horror on video while ziplining, Bhatt reported that the operator shouted "Allahu Akbar" before the violence erupted, as attackers targeted victims based on their faith. This shocking event has ignited urgent discussions about the safety of tourists in the area.

History

Historical Context

The Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, echoes a long history of violence in Kashmir, rooted in the late 1980s insurgency against Indian rule. This incident, which killed 26 tourists, marks one of the deadliest attacks since the early 2000s, heightening tensions between India and Pakistan, reminiscent of previous escalations following attacks attributed to Pakistan-based militant groups.

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NIA Investigates Attack

The NIA is probing the tragic Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 innocent lives on April 22, 2025. A disturbing video reveals zipline operator Muzammil chanting “Allahu Akbar” moments before the chaos erupted. While his family claims he was driven by fear, the NIA has found no connections between him and the assailants.

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