Srinagar, April 23 (KNS):The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) has extended its support to the bandh call issued by religious and social leaders in protest against the recent terror attack in Pahalgam.

In a statement posted on social media platform X, the party said the move comes on the instruction of its president.

“On the instruction of the Party President, JKNC joins the collective call for a bandh in strong condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack. We appeal to the people of J&K to ensure the hartal called by religious and social leaders is a complete success,” the party stated.

The bandh is being observed as a mark of solidarity with the victims and to express public outrage over the incident that has shaken the region.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelSeveral other political, civil society, and religious groups have also backed the call, urging businesses and transport operators to suspend operations as a show of unity against violence.

Security has been tightened across key areas in Jammu and Kashmir to prevent any untoward incident, with authorities keeping a close watch on the situation.

The Pahalgam attack, which left multiple casualties, has drawn widespread condemnation from across the political spectrum, with calls for peace and restraint echoing throughout the valley.(KNS)