The recent terror attack on a bus carrying pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district has raised serious concerns for the security establishment. Here’s an in-depth look at the implications.”
The tragic attack occurred when terrorists opened fire on a 53-seater bus carrying pilgrims from the Shiv Khori temple to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra. The bus plunged into a deep gorge following the gunfire, causing significant casualties and injuries.
This attack has highlighted vulnerabilities in the region’s security infrastructure. It raises several important questions. First, are our pilgrimage routes adequately protected? This attack shows the need for more patrolling, extra checkpoints, and advanced surveillance to ensure the safety of pilgrims.