---Advertisement---

India

Aftermath Of Pahalgam Terror Attack: Kashmiri Traders Flee Uttarakhand’s Mussoorie Following Assault by Locals; Police Detain Three

Following the Pahalgam terror attack last week, Kashmiri traders in Uttarakhand's Mussoorie faced violent backlash from locals, leading to a distressing situation where around 16 Kashmiri shawl vendors, mostly from Kupwara district, fled the town after being assaulted and harassed.

After the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, there seems to be a disturbing surge in reports of assaults of Kashmiri people around the country. Most recently, 16 Kashmiri shawl vendors left Mussoorie after two of their fellow traders were apparently attacked by local miscreants.

---Advertisement---

After two Kashmiri shawl vendors were allegedly assaulted by locals in Mussoorie on April 23, police reported that at least 16 traders left the area and returned to Kashmir due to the ugly incident.  Three locals have been held by police, following the incident.

---Advertisement---

Suraj Singh of Post Kempty (Tehri Garhwal), Pradeep Singh of Hathipaon (Mussoorie), and Abhishek Uniyal of Company Garden (Mussoorie) have been charged in accordance with the relevant sections of the Police Act, and action will be taken against them. The three men admit to their involvement, have apologised publicly, and have vowed not to engage in such behaviour in the future.

According to Mussoorie police, the incident occurred on Mall Road, when a group of locals confronted two Kashmiri vendors selling shawls and clothes, demanded to see identification, and asked the vendors to leave. A video of the incident that has since gone viral shows the locals verbally abusing and physically attacking the vendors.

Shabir Ahmed Dar, one of the vendors from Kupwara, said he and other traders have been visiting Mussoorie in summer and Dehradun in winter for 18 years. “We live near the mosque and are familiar with many people here. The men who attacked us were locals who’ve seen us before. Still, no one stepped in to help. In Kashmir, many outsiders work, and we’ve never mistreated anyone,” said Dar, 36.

He added that police visited their accommodation around 11 pm that night. “They said they couldn’t ensure our safety, especially after recent threats to Kashmiris following the Pahalgam incident. They advised us to leave. I called my brother in Kashmir, who contacted a senior officer in our district. He spoke to Mussoorie police, but they said they couldn’t be held responsible if anything happened to us. That made us fearful, and we decided to leave immediately,” Dar said.

Nasir Khuehami, National Convenor of the J&K Students Association, shared the disturbing video on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), tagging Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, J&K leader Omar Abdullah, and Home Minister Amit Shah, urging them to step in.

The police also later stated that it did not ask vendors to leave, but only those who had not gone through the process of local registration, or police verification. Authorities in Dehradun recently began a verification process to check the credentials of tenants, shopkeepers, and vendors from outside the state.

According to the Indian Express, Dar left that night, in a group of 16, travelled to Dehradun, boarded a bus to Jammu, and arrived in Kashmir the next day. “Punish the people who physically attacked us, not us. This was our business,” Dar said.

Javed Ahmed, 30, who lived with Dar, said they left behind goods worth about ₹12 lakh. “We have no idea when we will come back. Our fathers sold shawls here too, and they never faced any of this,” he said.

Also Read: ‘Hindu Ho Kya?’: Maharashtra Man Recalls Chilling Encounter With Suspected Pahalgam Terrorist A Day Before Terror Strike

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Priyanka Negi

Priyanka Negi

Priyanka Negi is a news author with 4 years of experience in journalism. She covers a wide range of topics, including politics, health, world, science ensuring her readers stay informed about the latest trends and current events. Priyanka holds a Bachelors degree in Journalism from Invertis University, Bareilly and PG degree in Masters Of Science in Media Research From Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication, Bhopal. She has worked with reputable media outlets like Times Of India, Opoyi, Amar Ujala and other news websites. In addition to his articles, Priyanka runs a live blog that provides real-time updates on breaking news and trending stories. This interactive platform allows her audience to engage with the news as it happens, enhancing their understanding of important issues. Every piece of news She writes is verified by the team of News Desk before publishing. She is committed to delivering accurate and trustworthy information, making her a reliable source for readers seeking quality content. You can connect with her on Twitter and  Instagram for more insights and updates.

Read More
LinkedIn
First published on: Apr 30, 2025 02:58 PM IST


Get Breaking News First and Latest Updates from India and around the world on News24. Follow News24 on Facebook, Twitter.

Related Story

Live News

---Advertisement---


live

Parliament Monsoon Session 2025 Day 1 LIVE: Lok Sabha Adjourned Till 12 PM

Jul 21, 2025
  • 11:38 (IST) 21 Jul 2025

    Rajya Sabha MPs Pay Tribute To Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani Who Died In AI-171 Crash

N24 Shorts Logo

SHORTS

From Lord’s Balconies To Fan Thrills: How The India-England Series Is Breathing New Life Into Test Cricket!
Sports

From Lord’s Balconies To Fan Thrills: How The India-England Series Is Breathing New Life Into Test Cricket!

It's a lesson for cricket boards globally, including the BCCI, that if you invest in the fan experience, fans will reward you with loyalty, even in the oldest, toughest format.

View All Shorts

---Advertisement---

Trending

   
Hot Links: teen patti master purana teen patti master gold teen patti circle teen patti game online teen patti casino apk