Srinagar: In a powerful display of unity and remembrance, MaitriBodh Parivaar, in collaboration with the Foundation for Youth Web and Drug Free Kashmir, organized a heartfelt program to pay tribute to the martyrs of the Pahalgam attack.
The day began with representatives from these organizations, including Er. Aquib Ahmad CEO of Drug Free Kashmir and Vice President of the Foundation for Youth Web visiting the home of Shaheed Adil Hussain in Pahalgam. The delegation extended their deepest condolences to the family members and reaffirmed their commitment to standing by the families of those who sacrificed their lives for peace and security.
In a significant show of solidarity, individuals from reserved categories, including Scheduled Tribes (ST) communities, took active part in the program. Their participation symbolized the inclusive spirit of Kashmir, where every segment of society united to reject violence and terrorism.
Adding to the emotional strength of the event, horse riders from the Gujjar community of Pahalgam also participated and conveyed a strong message to the larger world. Speaking with deep emotion, they said:
We the people of Kashmir, have always aspired for peace, not conflict. We categorically reject terrorism and all forms of extremism. Our dream is a Kashmir where normalcy prevails, where brotherhood strengthens, and where every individual can live in dignity without fear. We stand for a peaceful future and firmly oppose any terror elements disrupting the harmony of our homeland.
The sentiments expressed by the Gujjar community and ST participants reflected the broader public opinion in Kashmir a yearning for stability development and a peaceful life for future generations.
Later in the evening a solemn Candlelight March was organized at Ghanta Ghar Lal Chowk Srinagar. Participants holding candles and placards marched silently to honor the martyrs and reaffirm the call for peace. The candlelight march served as a moving reminder of the sacrifices made by countless brave souls and the collective responsibility to build a terror-free Kashmir.
This initiative by Maitri Bodh Parivaar Foundation for Youth Web and Drug Free Kashmir not only commemorated the martyrs but also amplified the voice of the common Kashmiri a voice yearning for peace, normalcy, and a brighter future.
The event concluded with a renewed commitment to spread the message of peace, communal harmony, and a drug-free society across the Valley.





