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Indo-Pak peace activists issue joint statement urging calm and justice after Pahalgam tragedy

By A Representative 
In the wake of the devastating Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians, leading journalists, intellectuals, and peace activists from India and Pakistan have issued a joint statement condemning the violence and calling for restraint, credible investigation, and renewed dialogue between the two nations.
On 22 April, five armed militants attacked tourists in Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the deadliest assault on civilians in India since 2008. The Resistance Front, initially claiming responsibility, later retracted, while the attack has sharply escalated tensions between India and Pakistan, leading to border skirmishes and diplomatic expulsions.
In their urgent press release, the peace activists unequivocally condemned the targeting of innocent tourists and demanded a thorough, impartial investigation to identify and prosecute those responsible. They expressed grave concern over the rapid deterioration of India-Pakistan relations and warned against the dangers of war hysteria and military escalation.
“We are of the considered view that fanning war hysteria and perpetuating ongoing tension into any kind of military conflict would be extremely destructive for our countries and peace-loving people. The logic of dialogue must prevail over the madness of the weapons of destruction,” the statement read.
The joint appeal, signed by prominent figures from both countries-including Imtiaz Alam (SAFMA), Mujeeb ur Rehman Shami, Saleema Hashmi, O.P. Shah, John Dayal, Kumar Ketkar, and others-urged both governments to de-escalate and return to the negotiating table for a peaceful resolution of disputes.
The statement comes as international actors, including the UN and several major powers, have called for restraint and dialogue, while both nations have taken retaliatory diplomatic and military steps. The activists’ call highlights the urgent need for calm, justice for the victims, and a renewed commitment to peace in the subcontinent.

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