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Indian community members across the world came together on Sunday to stage large protests demanding justice for the 26 people who were killed in last week’s brutal terror attack in Pahalgam. Demonstrations were reported from countries like Canada, Denmark, England, France, Finland, Germany, Spain, and the United States.
Waving Indian flags, holding placards, and chanting slogans against Pakistan, protestors gathered in major cities to express solidarity with the victims and to call for strong action against those responsible.
Indian Flags and Messages of Support
Many protestors carried signs with powerful messages showing support for India. Some placards read slogans like “India, we stand with you,” as crowds raised their voices demanding accountability.
#WATCH | Paris, France: Members of the Indian diaspora stage a protest against the #PahalgamTerroristAttack, in front of the Eiffel Tower. pic.twitter.com/nX2rq9gUmV
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“Pakistan has executed many attacks previously as well, we have seen Pulwama, 26/11 (Mumbai) and now the Pahalgam terror attack. We don’t represent a religion or a political party. We just want to send out a message to Pakistan,” a protester in Paris told ANI.
The demonstrations, often organized spontaneously by local Indian communities, drew large turnouts, with people emphasizing that their cause was humanitarian and not political.
Grieving Together Across Borders
In London, another member of the Indian community said their presence was meant to stand by the families devastated by the terror attack.
“We are here to show our support and solidarity to the families of the people who died in the terror attack… We hope the Indian government gives a reply to Pakistan in a language they understand,” he said during the demonstration.
#WATCH | United Kingdom: Members of the Indian diaspora counter the Pakistani protest outside the Indian High Commission in London. #PahalgamTerroristAttack pic.twitter.com/woLKqFhE0E
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In Washington, a woman participating in the protest shared her personal connection to the tragedy. She spoke about the trauma she experienced during the mass exodus of Kashmiri Pandits from the Kashmir Valley in the early 1990s.
“We were singled out for the faith that we followed. My grandfather was targeted and was shot. He was targeted (in Kashmir) because he was a Hindu as well. April 22 brought back a lot of nightmares. We Kashmiri Hindus are facing the same and reliving the horrific incidents that happened over the decades with us,” she said.
#WATCH | Washington DC, US: Members of the Indian diaspora hold a peaceful demonstration in memory of #PahalgamTerroristAttack victims. pic.twitter.com/xamn4WH0EO
— ANI (@ANI) April 27, 2025
Her emotional account struck a chord with many present, as protestors stood in silence to honor the memory of the victims.
Attack Sparks Diplomatic Fallout
The terror attack in Pahalgam has sharply escalated tensions between India and Pakistan. Investigations have pointed towards the involvement of a terror group linked to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, making it one of the deadliest assaults on civilians in the region in recent memory.
Family members of several victims in the Baisaran Valley area of Pahalgam have told authorities that the terrorists were targeting people based on their religion. According to the families, the attackers asked each person about their faith, and those who identified themselves as Hindus were shot dead.
In response to the attack, India has launched a series of tough diplomatic measures against Pakistan. These include the expulsion of Pakistani military attaches, suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, and the immediate closure of the Attari land-transit post.
Pakistan, in turn, has suspended all bilateral agreements with India, including the historic Simla Agreement.
Hunt for the Attackers Intensifies
In the aftermath of the attack, Indian authorities have released sketches of three suspects believed to be involved.
— Anantnag Police( اننت ناگ پولیس) (@AnantnagPolice) April 24, 2025
The suspects have been identified as Hashim Musa alias Suleman, Ali Bhai alias Talha Bhai — both said to be residents of Pakistan — and Adil Hussain Thoker, a native of Anantnag district.
A reward of ₹20 lakh has been announced for anyone providing credible information leading to their capture.
Security forces in Kashmir have intensified operations to track down the perpetrators, while officials continue to urge local citizens to share any leads.
