New Delhi: The son of Dr Shahnawaz Dar, one of the victims of the Gagangir terror attack, expressed his grief on Monday, saying how his father’s death has shattered his aspiration of becoming an IAS officer. He also said that he now bears the responsibility of caring for his family and urged the authorities to support him in fulfilling his ambition, ANI reported.
Mohsin Shahnawaz Dar said, “My father, Dr Shahnawaz Dar, was a respected and honest man in our area. While my father hoped I would become a doctor, I had always dreamed of becoming an IAS officer. My grandfather, who was a police inspector, believed I would achieve this goal.” He added, “My father was determined to help me achieve my dream of becoming an IAS officer. But now, after yesterday’s tragedy, that dream feels crushed.”
7 killed, 5 injured in terror attack
Dr Dar, along with fashion designer Sushant Abrol and six labourers, were kiled in a terrorist attack on Sunday evening while returning to their camp in Gund, Ganderbal. The attack occurred at a tunnel construction site along the Srinagar-Leh highway. Five other people were injured in the incident are receiving treatment at SKIMS hospital in Srinagar. The Resistance Front (TRF) has taken responsibility for the attack and security forces are continuing their search for the perpetrators.
Farooq Abdullah condemns attack
National Conference president Farooq Abdullah condemned the attack, holding Pakistan responsible. He said, “This was a tragic incident. Innocent labourers and a doctor lost their lives. What do terrorists gain from such actions? Do they think they can turn Kashmir into Pakistan? We are striving to end this misery.” Abdullah also addressed Pakistan’s leadership, warning that if they seek good relations with India, they must put an end to these terror activities.
“Kashmir will not become Pakistan. Let us live with respect and prosperity. If they haven’t succeeded in 75 years, how could they now? It’s time to end terrorism or the consequences will be dire. How can talks proceed if they continue to kill our innocent people?” he added.
A team from the National Investigation Agency (NIA), led by a senior officer, is expected to visit the site of the attack. According to sources, the team will be headed by a superintendent of police from the agency’s regional branch, ANI reported.
