On April 22, terrorists attacked tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir — 28 people were killed. These weren’t soldiers. These were regular people, on vacation with families, enjoying the summer.
This wasn’t random. It was planned. And it reminded India of the 2019 Pulwama attack — because back then, 40 CRPF soldiers died. And just like then, this has left the country in shock — and angry.
What Changed This Time?
- In Pulwama, terrorists targeted the army.
- In Pahalgam, they aimed at civilians, especially tourists.
- That’s why this hit differently — because it felt like no one is safe anymore, not even in scenic holiday spots.
What’s Happening at the Border?
Right after PM Modi warned of consequences, flight trackers like Flightradar24 showed movement near Pakistan’s border:
- A PAF aircraft was spotted flying from Karachi’s Southern Command toward Lahore and Rawalpindi.
- These bases are less than 150 km from India’s border.
- Many believe this shows Pakistan is getting nervous — because India has hit back before, and it can again.
Flashback: What Happened in 2019?
- Feb 14, 2019 – 40 CRPF jawans died in Pulwama.
- Feb 26, 2019 – Just 12 days later, India crossed the LoC and bombed Jaish-e-Mohammed terror camps in Balakot, Chakothi, and Muzaffarabad.
- Over 325 terrorists were reportedly killed, including top Jaish leaders.
- It was India’s first airstrike across the LoC since 1971.
Is Another Strike Coming?
Nobody knows for sure — but all signs say: maybe.
- Pakistan has tightened border security.
- There’s chatter that India might retaliate soon.
- Because the attack on Pahalgam wasn’t just violent — it crossed a line.