Ishtiyaq Kar
Srinagar, Nov 11 (KINS): People across Jammu and Kashmir, cutting across political, social, and religious lines, have strongly condemned the deadly terror attack in New Delhi that claimed several lives and left many injured.
A high-intensity explosion ripped through a slow-moving car at a traffic signal near the Red Fort metro station in the Chandni Chowk area on Monday evening. The blast killed at least 13 people, injured over 24, and gutted several vehicles, sending shockwaves across the nation.
From top political leaders to business heads and common citizens, Kashmiris have termed the act as “an attack on humanity” and demanded that those behind the heinous act be brought to justice swiftly.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed profound grief and shock over the loss of lives in the Delhi blast.
“Chief Minister has expressed deep shock over the blast in Delhi close to Red Fort, which has claimed several lives and left many injured. He extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured,” said a statement from the Chief Minister’s Office.
PDP president Mehbooba Mufti also condemned the blast and said violence in any form cannot be justified.
“Deeply shocked and saddened to hear about the tragic car blast in Delhi that has taken eight precious lives and injured so many others,” she said, according to news agency Kashmir Indepth News Service (KINS).
“My heart goes out to the families who have lost their loved ones — no words can ease their pain. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured and hoping the cause of this tragedy is uncovered soon,” she added.
Former Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad took to Facebook to express his sorrow over the incident.
“I am deeply saddened by the tragic blast in Delhi near the Red Fort that claimed innocent lives and injured many. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Prayers for everyone’s safety and the speedy recovery of those affected,” Azad wrote.
CPI(M) leader M. Y. Tarigami said he was deeply anguished by the loss of innocent lives.
“I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and wish a swift recovery to those injured,” he said.
Prominent religious leader Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam also condemned the blast, calling it “an act against the teachings of all religions.”
“Taking innocent lives can never be justified under any circumstance. Those behind this brutal act must be exposed and punished,” he said.
Former Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) president and AIP senior leader Sheikh Ashiq also expressed outrage over the attack.
Meanwhile, the incident has sparked widespread condemnation across social media, with netizens from Kashmir expressing solidarity with the victims and their families.
“This is heartbreaking. No religion or ideology permits such barbarism,” wrote one user on X (formerly Twitter).
Another Kashmiri user posted, “Terrorism anywhere is a threat to peace everywhere. Prayers for the victims and strength to their families.”
Many users called the attack “a reminder that violence spares no one” and urged people to “stand united against terror.”
Civil society members, trade bodies, and youth groups have also demanded a thorough investigation into the incident, urging authorities to ensure that perpetrators face the full force of law. (KINS)
