Security along the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway has been intensified ahead of the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack. On Wednesday, the 84 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force carried out a detailed mock drill at Peerah Hotels on the highway in Ramban district. The exercise focused on improving readiness and strengthening response mechanisms to handle possible security threats along this crucial route.

Commandant N Ranbir Singh emphasized the importance of such drills in maintaining high preparedness. Referring to the deadly attack in Pahalgam on April 22, 2025, he noted that security measures have since been reinforced. He added that the area, known for its numerous roadside eateries where tourists from the Kashmir Valley often stop, was chosen deliberately to ensure forces remain fully alert and capable of responding effectively to any emergency. The Indian Army reaffirmed its firm stance against terrorism while recalling its strong response through Operation Sindoor, warning that any hostile act against India would be met with decisive retaliation.

The country had been shaken on April 22, 2025, when terrorists attacked Pahalgam, killing 26 civilians in a village. Once known for its scenic beauty, the tourist destination turned into a site of tragedy as Pakistan-backed militants carried out the assault. Marking the first anniversary, the Army reiterated its commitment to justice and deterrence.

In a post on X, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information highlighted that retaliation against acts of terror is certain, alongside a message stating that Operation Sindoor continues. Following the attack, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The operation reportedly destroyed multiple launchpads linked to groups such as Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Hizbul Mujahideen, with over 100 militants neutralized.

The situation escalated with drone attacks and shelling from Pakistan, triggering a four-day conflict. India responded with strong countermeasures, including strikes on radar installations in Lahore and near Gujranwala. Eventually, after sustaining heavy losses, Pakistan initiated contact through its Director General of Military Operations, leading to a ceasefire agreement on May 10.