abdul waheed wani

Adi, a ponywallah, grabbed a terrorist’s rifle barrel, his only thought was to save the tourists. He died that day. Another Pahalgam local, Wani, was one of the first to arrive at Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley. He survived but the memories of April 22, 2025, will haunt him forever

Following a terror attack in Baisaran meadow, abdul waheed wani, head of the ponywalla association, was among the first to arrive, witnessing a scene of devastation with numerous casualties. Despite the chaos, Wani mobilized fellow ponywallas to assist in evacuating the wounded, facing initial restrictions from CRPF due to security concerns.

Following a terror attack in Baisaran meadow, Pahalgam, abdul waheed wani, head of the ponywalla association, was among the first responders. He recounted a scene of chaos and grief, with numerous casualties and desperate pleas for help. Despite the challenging circumstances, Wani and other ponywallas played a crucial role in evacuating the injured, while security forces secured the area.

In a powerful act of bravery and compassion, Sajad Ahmad Bhat, a shawl hawker from Pahalgam, carried injured tourists to safety after the terror attack in Baisaran Valley that killed 28. Responding selflessly, Sajad and others rushed to aid victims, offering water and support. His gesture has drawn widespread praise, showcasing Kashmir’s humanity amid tragedy.

Five more employees of Jammu and Kashmir government were dismissed from service on Saturday for alleged terror links, running a narco-terror syndicate and aiding proscribed outfits in carrying out terror attacks in the Union territory. Sources in J&K government told TOI that Tanveer (a constable) was an important terrorist commander and logistics provider for Lashker-e-Toiba in Srinagar.

J&K is preparing for its first assembly elections in a decade, with authorities ensuring smooth voting across 24 constituencies. Over 23 lakh voters will choose from 219 candidates, including prominent political figures and new faces. Security measures have been intensified to ensure trouble-free polling during this crucial phase.