The Pahalgam terror attack, which tragically claimed 26 lives and left several others injured, has sent shockwaves across the country. In its aftermath, public anger erupted on the streets of the national capital, particularly outside the Pakistan High Commission in Delhi. This significant public outcry comes just days after the heinous attack on April 22, where terrorists ambushed a group of tourists in the Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.

In response to the attack, Delhi Police had initially imposed a stringent three-tier barricading system around the Pakistan High Commission located in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi. The move was aimed at controlling any immediate flare-up of protests and maintaining law and order in the diplomatic zone. However, as emotions ran high and public pressure mounted, authorities removed all barricades on Thursday, enabling protesters to move closer to the Commission premises.

People from different areas of Delhi, including youth, students, social activists, and party members, began assembling outside the High Commission, voicing their anger over the terror strike. Many carried placards with slogans such as “Justice for Pahalgam victims,” “India won’t forget,” and “Stop sheltering terrorism.” A visible sentiment among the crowd was frustration and outrage at Pakistan’s alleged support for cross-border terrorism.

Several protestors accused Pakistan of continuing to provide safe havens to terrorist organizations that carry out attacks in India. Chants of “Pakistan Murdabad” and “We want justice” echoed outside the premises. The protest was seen not just as a reaction to the recent killings but also as an expression of the deep-seated anger many Indians feel regarding repeated terror attacks traced back to Pakistani soil.

Among the demonstrators were members of the BJP and representatives of the Anti-Terror Action Forum, who led organized protests outside the diplomatic enclave. They condemned the barbaric nature of the attack, where according to eyewitnesses and leaked visuals, the terrorists forced the victims to kneel before shooting them point-blank, evoking horrific memories of past attacks like Pulwama 2019.

Security forces at the site remained on high alert, despite the removal of barricades. The Delhi Police made repeated announcements urging protestors to maintain peace and avoid violent demonstrations. Nonetheless, the crowd continued to grow as news spread through social media, drawing even more attention to the protest.

This wave of protest is not limited to Delhi. Across multiple Indian cities, demonstrations have been reported—from Jammu to Mumbai, and even in parts of Hyderabad and Kolkata. Various organizations and civil society groups are demanding strict international action and diplomatic measures to hold Pakistan accountable.

While the Indian government has yet to make an official diplomatic statement about Pakistan's alleged involvement in the attack, sources indicate that internal discussions are underway regarding a possible diplomatic protest or even scaling down engagements with Islamabad. The Ministry of External Affairs is expected to issue a formal communication in the coming days.

The brutality of the Pahalgam attack—where tourists were targeted at a location known for its natural beauty—has jolted not just the local residents of Jammu and Kashmir but the entire nation. The attack has also reignited the debate on counter-terrorism strategies, and whether current security protocols are sufficient to prevent such calculated attacks on civilians.

As counter-insurgency operations continue in Jammu and Kashmir, with security forces conducting wide-scale combing operations and surveillance missions to locate the perpetrators, public demand for immediate justice has intensified. The attack is now being seen as a litmus test for the government’s resolve in tackling terrorism and protecting its citizens.

In conclusion, the protest outside the Pakistan High Commission has become a symbolic expression of national unity and outrage. It reflects the collective grief and anger of a nation that has long suffered the consequences of terrorism. As the situation continues to unfold, India stands at a crucial crossroads—where public sentiment, political will, and international diplomacy converge in the fight against terrorism.

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