Pulwama Anniversary: PM Modi, Yogi Adityanath, Other Leaders Pay Homage To 2019 Attack Bravehearts

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tribute to the CRPF personnel killed in the 2019 Pulwama attack, recalling their bravery, devotion, and service to the nation. 

He said their courage continues to inspire every Indian. 

In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “Remembering the brave heroes who laid down their lives in Pulwama on this day in 2019. Their devotion, resolve and service to the nation remain forever etched in our collective consciousness. Every Indian draws strength from their enduring courage.” 

Radhakrishnan pays humble respects

Earlier in the day, Vice President CP Radhakrishnan also paid humble respects to the brave CRPF personnel. 

The Vice President remembered their sacrifice, saying that it is forever engraved in Indian history and will continue to inspire the nation for ages. 

"I pay homage to the brave personnel who laid down their lives in the Pulwama terror attack. Their supreme sacrifice will forever remain etched in the nation's memory and continues to inspire us to build a strong and secure India," he wrote. 

Adityanath pays tribute

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also paid tribute to the soldiers killed in the Pulwama terrorist attack. 

In an X post, CM Yogi recalled their valour, sacrifice, and patriotism against the anti-national terror elements. 

"Salutations to all the brave sons of Mother India who made the supreme sacrifice in the cowardly terrorist attack in Pulwama. The sacrifice of our immortal soldiers is the proclamation of that invincible resolve of Indian valour, which forever inspires us to eradicate terrorism from its roots. Jai Hind..." he wrote.

Rahul Gandhi pays respect

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi paid heartfelt tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives in the deadly Pulwama terror attack, recalling their bravery and valour.

In an X post, he wrote, “My heartfelt tributes to our brave soldiers who were martyred in the daring terrorist attack in Pulwama in 2019. The nation will forever remain indebted to them for their supreme sacrifice in the defence of Mother India.”

Rajnath Singh Honours Fallen Heroes

Taking to X, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh tweeted, "Remembering and paying my heartfelt tributes to the brave CRPF personnel who lost their lives in the cowardly terror attack in Pulwama on 14 February 2019. The nation stands united in honouring their memory and in solidarity with their families. Their sacrifice remains a reminder of the grave threats posed by terrorism to our nation.

India remains unwavering in its resolve to combat and eradicate terrorism in all its forms. Our Government is committed to further strengthen our collective resolve for making India safe and secure."

Mamata pays tribute

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee also paid solemn tribute to the Pulwama martyrs, saluting their supreme sacrifice on the seventh anniversary of the attack.

"I salute today the brave CRPF jawans who were victims of the Pulwama incident on this day in 2019," Mamata wrote on X.

Pulwama Attack 

Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district witnessed one of the deadliest terror attacks when as many as 40 CRPF personnel were killed when their convoy was targeted on the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway on February 14, 2019. 

The convoy comprised 78 buses in which around 2,500 personnel were travelling from Jammu to Srinagar. 

Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it was caused by a suicide bomber, according to a local news agency. 

However, India launched a series of counter-terror operations, including airstrikes at terror camps in Pakistan, marking a significant escalation. 

The Pulwama terror attack not only triggered heightened tensions between India and Pakistan but also led to global discussions about cross-border terrorism and security in Jammu and Kashmir. It is marked as the 'Black Day' to remember the 40 brave CRPF soldiers who laid down their lives in the attack. 

(With ANI inputs)

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