Pahalgam, October 31, 2025 – In a powerful display of national solidarity, veteran #Bollywood actor #MukeshRishi stood shoulder-to-shoulder with religious leaders and citizens at the Balidaan Stambh in #Pahalgam to pay respects to the 26 victims of the April 22 terror attack that shook the nation. The solemn ceremony, part of a ‘Unity March’ organized by the Indian Minorities Federation (IMF), reaffirmed India’s unbreakable spirit in the face of terror.The attack, one of the darkest chapters in Jammu and Kashmir’s recent history, saw terrorists from the Pakistan-backed Kashmir Resistance Front execute tourists in cold blood in the serene Baisaran Valley. Victims were singled out by their religion before being shot at point-blank range—an act of calculated hatred meant to fracture communal harmony.Six months later, the valley—once a symbol of natural beauty—now hosts a memorial where silence speaks louder than words. #MukeshRishi, best known for his iconic villain roles in films like Sarfarosh and Gunda, placed a wreath at the foot of the stone pillar, his head bowed in respect. Beside him stood actress #PreetiSapru, IMF Convener Satnam Singh Sandhu, and representatives from Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, and Christian communities.“We Are One Nation” – Mukesh RishiAddressing the gathering, the actor said, “I came here not as a celebrity, but as an Indian. The pain of April 22 still echoes in these mountains. Those innocent lives—families, children, tourists—were taken to divide us. But look around. Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, Christians—we stand together. This is the answer to terror. This is India.”
His words were met with applause and quiet tears. A local Kashmiri Pandit woman, displaced decades ago and now returning for the event, whispered, “They tried to break us. They only made us stronger.”A Multi-Faith Prayer for PeaceThe tribute concluded with interfaith prayers led by a Hindu priest, a Muslim maulvi, a Sikh granthi, and a Christian pastor. Each invoked blessings for the departed and strength for the living. Children from nearby schools released white doves into the crisp mountain air—a symbol of peace rising above violence.
From Tragedy to Resolve: The Aftermath of April 22
The #PahalgamTerrorAttack triggered a swift and decisive response from India. Under Operation Sindoor, the Indian Armed Forces neutralized nine terror launchpads in PoK and dismantled key Pakistani military outposts. The NIA’s 96-day investigation led to the elimination of three attackers and the arrest of local overground workers.The incident also sparked a national conversation on counter-terrorism doctrine. As Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated in Parliament,
“Terror and talks cannot coexist. Any attack on Indian soil will be met with overwhelming and precise retribution.”
Bollywood Stands with the Nation
#MukeshRishi’s presence resonated deeply within the film industry. Known for portraying larger-than-life antagonists, the actor has increasingly used his platform for social causes. His participation in the Unity March follows similar gestures by colleagues like Akshay Kumar and Anupam Kher, who visited border areas post-Pulwama.On social media, fans hailed the actor’s humility: “From playing villains on screen to fighting real evil with unity—respect #MukeshRishi”
— KashmirKiKali
A Message That Echoes Beyond the Valley
As the delegation departed, the Lidder River flowed quietly beneath the memorial, carrying with it the weight of loss and the promise of resilience. The Unity March was more than a tribute—it was a declaration:Terror can take lives. It cannot take our soul.India remembers. India unites. India endures.
