Manhunt for Pahalgam terrorists intensifies with Rs 20 lakh reward
After the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, security agencies have intensified the search for criminals. 26 Hindu tourists were killed in the attack on April 22. Posters have been put up at public places to identify the terrorists and a reward of Rs 20 lakh has been announced for giving information about them.
The individuals responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack remain at large, and security agencies are making every effort to apprehend them. Last month, authorities released images of the suspects involved in the April 22 attack and offered a reward of 20 lakh for their capture, yet they have not been detained. Consequently, images of these wanted terrorists have been displayed in public areas.
Pahalgam, known as one of the most picturesque regions in Jammu and Kashmir, gained sudden attention on April 22 when terrorists fired upon tourists in Baisaran after inquiring about their names and religion. The attack resulted in the death of 26 Hindu tourists. Following the incident, a search for the terrorists is underway.
Reward of 20 lakhs for Pahalgam terrorists
Initially, sketches of the terrorists were released, followed by posters. Currently, these posters have been displayed at various locations in the Shopian district to expedite their capture. Additionally, details have been requested regarding three terrorists connected to the terrorist incident.
Following the terror incident in Pahalgam, South Kashmir, authorities declared a Rs 20 lakh reward for those who provide information about the terrorists responsible. It was assured that informants' identities would remain confidential. On April 23, the Jammu and Kashmir Police offered a Rs 20 lakh reward for details that could help in apprehending the perpetrators.
26 people were killed in the terror attack on this tourist destination of Pahalgam, known as 'mini Switzerland'. Most of the dead were tourists and men. After this, the Anantnag Police said in a post on its Ex-handle, "A reward of Rs 20 lakh will be given to anyone giving information leading to the elimination of terrorists involved in this cowardly act." Also, the identity of the informant will be kept secret.
These were the code names of the terrorists.
Shortly before the announcement of the reward, security agencies had released sketches of three people suspected to be involved in the Pahalgam terror attack. Officials had then said that these 3 suspects were from Pakistan. Their names are Asif Fauji, Suleman Shah and Abu Talha. According to the agencies, the three terrorists also had 'code' names – Musa, Yunus and Asif.