New Delhi: After the tragic loss of four Indian Army soldiers in an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district on Tuesday, the Congress party voiced strong criticism against the central government. The party took to social media platform ‘X’ to share a graphic highlighting the surge in terrorist activities, claiming that within 38 days of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) third term, nine terrorist attacks had already occurred.
The graphic detailed the severe impact of these attacks, reporting 12 soldiers killed, 13 injured, 10 civilians killed, and 44 civilians injured during this period. The Congress party’s official post also expressed condolences for the fallen soldiers, stating, “Four of our soldiers have been martyred in the terrorist encounter in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir. Pray to God to give place to the virtuous souls in his feet and give strength to their families to bear this sorrow. Our condolences are with their family.”
𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐢’𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐝 👇 pic.twitter.com/nTnc1uFnKB
— Congress (@INCIndia) July 16, 2024
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s Statement
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge further criticized the central government’s response to the escalating violence. He emphasized the need for a reassessment of the security strategy in Jammu and Kashmir and accused the government of treating the situation as “business as usual.”
In his post on X, Kharge stated, “Deeply distressed by the martyrdom of 4 brave Army soldiers, including an officer, in a terror encounter in Jammu & Kashmir’s Doda. Our heart goes out to the families of our bravehearts, who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of Bharat Mata. Our thoughts and prayers are with the injured, and we wish them a speedy and complete recovery. No words of strong and unequivocal condemnation will suffice for these acts of violence being perpetrated by cowardly terrorists. The spate of terror attacks that has gripped Jammu and Kashmir in the past 36 days needs careful recalibration in our security strategy. Modi Govt is acting as if everything is ‘business as usual’ and nothing has changed. They must know that increasingly Jammu region is bearing the brunt of these attacks. We cannot endanger our National Security by indulging in false bravado, fake narratives, and high-decibel whitewashing. As a nation, we have to collectively fight the scourge of cross-border terrorism. The Indian National Congress stands strongly with our valiant Armed Forces.”
Deeply distressed by the martydom of 4 brave Army soldiers, including an officer, in a terror encounter in Jammu & Kashmir’s Doda.
Our heart goes out to the families of our bravehearts, who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of Bharat Mata.
Our thoughts and prayers are…
— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) July 16, 2024
Details of the Doda Encounter
The encounter in Doda district resulted in the death of four Indian Army soldiers, including an officer. According to Defence officials, the operations, which began on Monday evening, are ongoing. The joint operation was launched by the Army and Jammu and Kashmir police following an exchange of fire with terrorists in the Dessa area of the district.
Officials reported that additional troops have been called in to tighten the cordon and continue the search for the terrorists involved. Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi briefed Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on the encounter, emphasizing the gravity of the situation and the ongoing efforts to neutralize the threat.
The Surge in Terrorist Activities
The recent spike in terrorist attacks in Jammu and Kashmir has raised significant concerns about the region’s security and stability. The Congress party’s criticism highlights the need for a comprehensive and effective strategy to counter the rising threat of terrorism. The repeated incidents of violence underscore the challenges faced by the security forces and the importance of a united and robust response to ensure the safety and security of the region’s residents.
As the operations in Doda continue, the nation mourns the loss of its brave soldiers and stands in solidarity with their families. The ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir remain a critical priority, demanding vigilance, coordination, and unwavering commitment from all stakeholders involved.
Pak responsible for attacks