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Arunachal Guv, CM condemn Pahalgam terror attack

Itanagar, Apr 23 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General (Retd) KT Parnaik and Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday strongly condemned the heinous terrorist attack on innocent tourists at Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir.
Calling it a barbaric act of cowardice, the Governor stated that such attacks are a direct assault on the composite and inclusive fabric of India, which binds the nation in unity and diversity.
Parnaik, while expressing his heartfelt condolences on the untimely and tragic loss of one of the proud sons of Arunachal Pradesh, Corporal Tage Hailyang of the Indian Air Force, in the Pahalgam terror attack, stated that the entire State of Arunachal Pradesh stands united in mourning this irreparable loss and extends unwavering support to the bereaved family in this hour of grief.
He also joined the people of Arunachal Pradesh in mourning the loss of innocent lives, and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and offered prayers for the departed souls.
The Governor also wished a speedy and full recovery of those injured in the attack.
Expressing deep anguish over the incident, Parnaik stated that targeting tourists not only disrupts peace and harmony but also strikes at the core of socio-economic development for the local communities who depend on tourism for their livelihoods.
Reaffirming his unwavering faith in the apex leadership of the Nation, the Governor expressed confidence that the perpetrators of this cowardly act will be swiftly identified and brought to justice. “Such acts of terror will not go unpunished. The resolve of our nation to stand united against terrorism remains stronger than ever,” he stated.
“This is a time for solidarity and compassion. Let us all stand together in this moment of grief and strengthen our commitment to peace, unity, and national integrity,” he added.
Strongly condemning the cowardly, unprovoked terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Pema Khandu said, “My deepest condolences for the tragic loss of lives of tourists and injuries to others in yesterday’s reprehensible terrorist attack. All citizens of India stand united in our resolve to combat these forces of terror and provide a fitting response to cross-border terrorism.”
The Chief Minister while condoling the tragic loss of Corporal Tage Hailyang, a worthy son of Arunachal Pradesh and a brave soldier of India, said, “Among the fallen, we lost Corporal Tage Hailyang of the Indian Air Force, who hailed from Tajang village of Lower Subansiri district.
While visiting Pahalgam with his wife, his life was cruelly taken in a senseless act of terror. He will always be remembered with pride”.
“People of Arunachal Pradesh stand together with our Indian brethren to continue to foster peace, prosperity and stability in the region. I am confident that our security forces are capable of providing a befitting response to such barbaric acts of terror,” Khandu stated.
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