In the aftermath of the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives, the Jammu and Kashmir administration has transferred six police officials from Anantnag district, signaling a possible shake-up in the region’s security apparatus.
According to an official order issued on Monday, Inspector Reyaz Ahmad, who was heading the Pahalgam Police Station at the time of the attack, has been relieved of his duties and reassigned to the Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Camp in Aishmuqam. Pahalgam is considered a high-profile and sensitive area, especially due to its significance as a tourist destination and the recent tragedy that unfolded there.
Other officials transferred include Nisar Ahmad, Peer Ahmad Gulzar, Salinder Singh, and Parvaiz Ahmad, all associated with Jammu and Kashmir Police in the Aishmuqam and surrounding areas. No formal explanation has been provided for the transfers, but the timing points to a reassessment of responsibilities following the April 22 attack.
The Pahalgam incident saw terrorists—believed to have links with Pakistan—open fire on a tourist group, leaving 26 people dead in a chilling act of violence. The attack drew nationwide outrage and led to a series of diplomatic and security-related responses from India.
In the days that followed, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, shut down the Attari border crossing, and downgraded diplomatic ties with Pakistan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to bring the attackers and their backers to justice, underlining the government’s strong stance against terrorism.
As security operations in Anantnag continue, the reshuffle of key police personnel is seen as part of the effort to tighten control and prevent further unrest. Meanwhile, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to ensure that innocent civilians are not caught in the crossfire as authorities crack down on terror networks.
The region remains tense, with increased vigilance and operations ongoing to dismantle the terror infrastructure suspected to be operating within or across the border.
Sources By Agencies
