Srinagar, Feb 14 : Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday paid homage to the 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel who were martyred in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, stating that their bravery and sacrifice will continue to inspire the country.
Taking to microblogging site ‘X’, the Lt Governor as per Kashmir News Service (KNS) remembered the fallen heroes on the seventh anniversary of the dastardly attack.
“Humble tributes to the valiant martyrs who laid down their lives in the line of duty during the heinous terrorist attack in Pulwama in 2019,” the official handle of the Office of the LG, Jammu and Kashmir, posted.
“Their unmatched bravery, steadfast commitment, and selfless service to the motherland will continue to inspire every citizen of India,” the post added.
On February 14, 2019, a suicide bomber from the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist group rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a CRPF convoy in the Lethpora area of Pulwama district. The attack resulted in the martyrdom of 40 personnel and left several others injured.
The incident had escalated tensions between India and Pakistan. In a retaliatory response, the Indian Air Force (IAF) carried out the Balakot airstrikes, destroying JeM terror camps deep inside Pakistan on February 26, 2019.
Meanwhile, Security has been tightened in parts of South Kashmir, especially along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, to ensure the peaceful observance of the anniversary. (KNS)
