Karnataka Minister Santosh Lad to leave for Kashmir

Soon after reports emerged that tourists from Karnataka were among those killed in the terrorist attack, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah convened an emergency meeting with top officials to assess the situation.

Labour Minister Santosh Lad is set to leave for Kashmir on Wednesday (April 23) to help the surviving families, while a team of officials led by IPS officer Chetan R. has been dispatched. Police personnel have also accompanied the team to provide logistical support. The Karnataka Resident Commissioner in Delhi has been directed to coordinate the next steps, CMO added.

Meanwhile, Bengaluru South MP Tejaswi Surya, who is in Kashmir, stated on X, “I have spoken to IG, DIG South Kashmir, DC Anantnag and I am in constant touch with LG’s office to provide all support. Will be meeting with the families soon to offer all help and support.”