Farooq Abdullah calls Pahalgam terror strike a major setback urges dialogue and tribute to victims

Dialogue, not revenge, is named as the only route

Farooq Abdullah said the Pahalgam terror attack is a “major setback,” adding that peace can only come through dialogue and democratic processes. He also paid tribute to those killed, as authorities tighten security in Pahalgam. New tourist safety measures were introduced alongside the heightened crackdown, aiming to restore confidence for visitors.