PHAGWARA: In a heartfelt tribute to the victims of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, USA-based Indian community members led by Phagwara based Dr Romesh Japra who is Chairman Fremont Hindu Temple San Fransisco, held a candlelight vigil at the Vedic Dharma Samaj Fremont Hindu Temple.
Joining him at the solemn occasion were Captain Krishna Sharma, Rakesh Mehta, Vikram Pal and social activist in Phagwara Raman Nehra. The gathering observed a moment of silence and lit candles in memory of the 26 innocent civilians brutally killed by Pakistani-backed terrorists in South Kashmir.
Addressing the gathering, Dr Japra a renowned Cardialogist of USA strongly condemned the attack, labeling it a “cowardly act” and emphasized that “no religion permits such brutality against unarmed civilians.” He demanded that Pakistan be held accountable and punished for its continued support of terrorism.
Dr. Ramesh Japra echoed the sentiments, calling the incident “tragic and condemnable.” He urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to take strict action against anti-national terrorist groups and ensure peace and prosperity in the region. The community leaders also appealed for government jobs and compensation for the families of the victims.
Highlighting Kashmir’s integral role in India’s history and culture, Nehra said, “Kashmir has always been an inseparable part of India. The fragrance of Indian civilization lives in its air. Pakistan will never succeed in its dream of taking Kashmir.”
Also present at the event were Rajesh Verma, Chandru Bhambra, Govind, and Sandeep Deswal, among others.