After the terror attack in Pahalgam, the Indian Army has allowed its ALH Dhruv helicopters to be used for limited operations in Srinagar and surrounding areas. These helicopters were grounded for the last two months after Coast Guard officers were killed in a crash in Porbandar, Gujarat.
Defence officials said they have been allowed to fly again, considering the ongoing anti-terror operations. Army operations were being affected due to the absence of helicopters. Now, they will be used for limited operations after the Pahalgam attack.
#WATCH | Indian Army ALH Dhruv helicopters have been allowed to fly in the areas around Srinagar, J&K and adjoining areas in view of the ongoing counter-terrorism operations after the terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam: Defence Officials
— ANI (@ANI) April 23, 2025
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What is ALH Dhruv?
The ALH Dhruv, manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, is the mainstay of the Indian Army’s operations. Disruption in its operation has been a major challenge for the army. HAL is working with other agencies to activate it soon.
Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal’s reaction:
Kapil Sibal has condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and demanded that the terrorists responsible be tried in the International Criminal Court (ICC) and Pakistan be declared a “terrorist country“.
He said, “I request the Home Minister to declare Pakistan a terrorist country and take action in the ICC.”
The emotional appeal of the grandfather of the naval officer:
Indian Navy Lieutenant Vinay Narwal’s grandfather, Hawa Singh, has appealed to the government to give severe punishment to the terrorists and root out terrorism.
Lieutenant Narwal had recently gone to Kashmir on leave after marriage. He was with his wife in Pahalgam when the terror attack took place. Their wedding ceremony took place on April 16.
Last farewell and security operation:
The bodies of the victims have been brought to Srinagar airport. Representatives of the state government have arrived to assist their families. The attack is considered to be the biggest terrorist attack after the removal of Article 370. After this, a search operation has been started in the area and security has been increased.
Many organizations have also called for Jammu bandh.
