In the wake of the deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday cut short his two-day visit to Saudi Arabia and is set to fly back to Delhi tonightread moreIn the wake of the deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday cut short his two-day visit to Saudi Arabia and is set to fly back to Delhi tonight.According to reports, citing government sources, PM Modi skipped the official dinner hosted by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud and is likely to leave for India shortly.He is expected to arrive in Delhi in the early morning hours, added reports.STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS ADPM Modi was originally scheduled to return back on Wednesday.Terrorists opened fire at a popular meadow near Pahalgam, Kashmir, often referred to as “mini Switzerland,” targeting tourists who were enjoying meals, pony rides, or picnicking, according to officials and eyewitnesses.More from India
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As blood spills in Kashmir, will Erdogan condemn Pakistan while hosting Shehbaz?As news of the attack emerged, Prime Minister Narendra Modi immediately called Home Minister Amit Shah, urging him to visit the Union Territory.Amit Shah arrived in Srinagar just after 9 pm and went directly to the Raj Bhavan from the airport.Upon his arrival, Jammu and Kashmir Police Director General Nalin Prabhat briefed the Home Minister about the attack.Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, and Intelligence Bureau Director Tapan Deka were also present during the briefing.With inputs from agenciesTagsIndiaNarendra ModiEnd of Article
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Pahalgam attack: PM Modi cuts short Saudi trip, to land in Delhi early morning
