In a heartfelt gesture, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has pledged ₹1 crore to support the families of those killed in the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which claimed the lives of 26 people, including two foreign nationals and a businessman from Karnataka.
Announcing the donation, NSE CEO Ashish Chauhan said on X (formerly Twitter), “We are deeply saddened by the tragic terrorist attack in Kashmir. In a humble gesture of support, NSE pledges ₹1 crore to the next of kin of the victims, standing in solidarity with their families during this difficult time.”
Multiple Entities Extend Support
The donation comes amid a nationwide outpouring of grief and support. Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, has announced free medical treatment for the injured at the Reliance Foundation Sir HN Hospital in Mumbai.
Earlier, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced:
- ₹10 lakh ex gratia to the families of the deceased,
- ₹2 lakh for those seriously injured, and
- ₹1 lakh for those with minor injuries.
About the Attack
The attack occurred in Baisaran, a popular tourist site known as “Mini Switzerland”, when terrorists opened fire on unarmed tourists. It is the deadliest attack in Jammu and Kashmir since the 2019 Pulwama incident.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the attack, stating:
“Those behind this heinous act will be brought to justice… Our resolve to fight terrorism is unshakable and it will get even stronger.”
Nationwide Mourning
The attack has sparked strong condemnation from across political and social sectors. As the investigation continues, security has been tightened across the Kashmir Valley, and calls for decisive action against the perpetrators have grown louder.
