He reiterated his commitment to the families of the victims, promising justice and emphasizing that the attackers and their backers would be met with severe repercussions.

In his address, he highlighted that the nation’s greatest strength in the battle against terrorism lies in the unity of its people.

“As I share my thoughts with you today, my heart is heavy with grief. The Pahalgam attack on April 22 has devastated every citizen and ignited deep sympathy for the victims’ families… I know the anger that flows through every citizen upon witnessing the tragic images of this attack,” Mr. Modi said during the 121st episode of the radio program.

He pointed out that the attack signifies the desperation of those who support terrorism. “As peace began to take root in Kashmir, the enemies of our nation could not bear it. They aim to unravel the progress, orchestrating such a significant conspiracy. In our fight against terrorism, national unity is our strongest asset… We must reinforce our resolve to confront this challenge.”

PM Modi expressed his profound sorrow for the pain experienced nationwide due to the attack. “The terror incident in Pahalgam on April 22 has inflicted great sadness on every Indian. The suffering of the affected families resonates throughout the country, transcending state lines and languages. I feel the collective anger as we observe the horrific images from the attack. This tragedy reflects the despair and cowardice of those who sponsor terrorism…”

On the night of April 25-26, multiple Pakistan Army posts also carried out unprovoked small arms fire along the LoC in Kashmir, to which Indian troops responded effectively. On April 24, further small arms firing occurred from some Pakistani positions along the LoC, which was similarly retaliated against. Thankfully, no casualties have been reported during these ceasefire violations over the past three days.

Tensions between the two nations have escalated following a tragic incident on April 22 in Baisaran, Pahalgam, where terrorists from Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), backed by Pakistan, killed 26 innocent civilians, including 25 tourists and a local resident. This cowardly act sparked national outrage, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowing to track down the terrorists and their sponsors.

J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha convened a security review meeting with Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi in Srinagar on Saturday, directing the Army to employ whatever force necessary to locate the perpetrators of the Pahalgam attack. Additionally, two houses in Ganderbal district—one belonging to a LeT terrorist and another to a suspected terrorist—were demolished after being identified as potential threats linked to terrorist activities.

These demolitions are part of ongoing security measures aimed at combating terrorism, with five houses associated with terrorists having been dismantled across the Valley in the aftermath of the Pahalgam incident.

In response to Bhutto’s threats regarding the Indus Waters Treaty, Ghosh dismissed his comments as mere posturing, highlighting Pakistan’s struggles with internal disorder.

“Blood is flowing in Pakistan. Sometimes Al-Qaeda is involved; other times, Afghanistan. We have already shown them what we can do. They are still naive,” Ghosh stated. “It’s Pakistan’s longstanding habit to engage in such rhetoric, but it won’t change anything.”

Bhutto previously cautioned India against interfering with the flow of the Indus River, insisting, “The river belongs to Pakistan and will remain with Pakistan. If India tries to stop the water, Indian blood will flow instead.”

Ghosh countered this by questioning the credibility of Pakistani leaders and their history with international agreements. He also dismissed Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s suggestion for a neutral investigation into the Pahalgam attack, stating, “He may want to talk, but who would want to engage with him? Who has ever honored agreements? This is all foolishness. That time is past; now action is required.”

In response to remarks from the Pakistan Army Chief about retaliation, Ghosh shrugged off the threat: “You’ve already been defeated four times; you were ready then too, right? Prepare to be defeated again.”