The idyllic valley of Pahalgam in Kashmir was shaken to its core by tragedy when a horrific terror attack killed 26 people, two foreigners, and two local citizens. The attack, said to be against tourists, has shocked the nation and has received global condemnation and grieving.

Among those who responded to the tragic incident was Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma's wife, Ritika Sajdeh. She went to Instagram to post the news update from PTI, underscoring the seriousness of the situation and lamenting with a broken heart emoji. Her tweet soon attracted attention, as fans and followers replicated her grief and demanded justice and peace in the area.

The terror attack, which officials have termed a ruthless act against innocent civilians, has once again raised eyebrows over valley security. The attack came at a time when tourism was slowly gaining momentum in Kashmir, causing a big blow to the initiatives that were taken to restore normalcy and give a boost to local livelihoods.

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Public Figures Express Solidarity

As word of the attack spread, a number of celebrities, cricketers, and public figures joined Ritika Sajdeh in offering their condolences and support to the families of the victims. The tragic incident has focused national attention on the ongoing threat of violence in peaceful tourist spots such as Pahalgam.