WiDesAI (kiWI Desi AI Bot) Families of victims killed in the Pahalgam terror attack have rejected businessman Robert Vadra’s remarks on the incident, calling them unacceptable.
Vadra’s Remarks
Vadra suggested that the terrorists selectively targeted civilians, claiming they believed Muslims were being suppressed in India. He characterized the attack as a reflection of India’s growing “communal divide.”
Victims’ Families Respond
Family members of victims from Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Chhattisgarh strongly condemned Vadra’s statement. They described the attack as a purely terrorist act and rejected any political interpretation.
- Madhya Pradesh: Vikas Nathaniel, brother of victim Sushil Nathaniel, stated that the terrorists specifically asked Sushil about his religion before killing him. He rejected Vadra’s assertion, stating that the government’s cooperation was evident and that the attack was unexpected.
- Gujarat: Prashant Nathani, a relative of victims Yatish and Smit Parmar, expressed distrust of Vadra’s comments and the Congress party’s assertions, stating that they trust the government’s actions. He emphasized the peaceful co-existence of Hindus and Muslims in India.
- Chhattisgarh: Vinod Agarwal, a relative of victim Dinesh Mirania, also rejected Vadra’s statement, asserting that the attack was not politically motivated but rather a brutal act of violence.
Vadra’s Further Comments
Vadra expressed his condolences for the victims but stated that the attack was a message to the Prime Minister, reflecting the feelings of insecurity and weakness among Muslims in India. He called for a stronger sense of security and secularism in the country.
BJP’s Response
BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh criticized Vadra’s remarks, stating that they exposed a “problematic mindset within the Gandhi family.”
The differing perspectives on the Pahalgam attack highlight the sensitivity surrounding the incident and the ongoing debate about the causes and consequences of terrorism and political polarization. The victims’ families’ rejection of Vadra’s comments underscores their desire to focus on justice and healing rather than political interpretations of the tragedy.
