Union minister Piyush Goyal asserted that as long as all 140 crore Indians would consider patriotism and nationalism as their param dharma (supreme duty), such incidents as the Pahalgam terror attack would keep plaguing the country.
Piyush Goyal Beliefs The Nation Will Restore Kashmir Tourism
Addressing media persons in Mumbai on Friday, Goyal asserted that the people’s belief would soon restore tourism in Kashmir and pilgrims would not stop going for Amarnath Yatra.
Pahalgam is one of the major base camps for the summer Amarnath Yatra, situated along the ancient 43-km route to the 3,880-metre-high cave shrine in south Kashmir Himalayas.
The summer Amarnath yatra will start on July 3 and end on August 9 this year.
“These incidents represent the desperate last efforts of those powers. It is an unbearable attack, but we will not spare anyone,” said Goyal.
Piyush Goyal Calls for Collective Patriotism
“As long as all 140 crore Indians do not consider patriotism and nationalism as their param dharma, such types of incidents will continue to trouble our country. However, India has enough strength to give a befitting response,” he added.
Emphasising India’s resilience, Piyush Goyal said, “Just as we are rapidly eliminating naxalism, we will similarly defeat terrorism. India’s strength and determination are unshakable.”
Bharat’s People Are Powerful, Courageous, and Confident
Replying to a query regarding Pakistani nationals staying beyond their visa duration in India, the Union minister stated, “We have already announced and informed them to leave the country. No one will be allowed to stay here illegally.”
In response to concerns that the attack could deter tourists from visiting Kashmir, Goyal stated “The people of Bharat have the power, courage, and confidence. Tourism will resume soon, pilgrims will continue their Amarnath Yatra, and Kashmir will remain firmly on the path of progress. No one can stop it.”
Background of the Pahalgam Terror Attack
On April 22, militants fired at a crowded meadow in Pahalgam, Kashmir, and killed twenty-six individuals, the majority of whom were tourists.
Following widespread grief and outrage over the brutal murders, India announced a series of diplomatic actions against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Water Treaty.
