
Terrorists trekked 22 hours through rough terrain for Pahalgam attack: Sources
Forensic analysis has confirmed that the terrorists used AK-47 and M4 assault rifles during the attack, with recovered cartridges providing crucial evidence.Two terrorists emerged from behind nearby shops, ordering victims to recite the Kalma before shooting four people dead at point-blank range, per sources. This sudden act of brutality triggered panic, with tourists running in all directions for safety. Simultaneously, the other two terrorists opened fire from near the zipline area, intensifying the bloodbath.advertisementIn a significant development, a key witness - a local photographer - has emerged in the case. Perched atop a tree during the attack, he managed to record critical footage capturing the sequence of events as they unfolded. His videos are now seen as crucial leads by investigators piecing together the full timeline of the attack.Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has now formally begun the process of taking over the investigation following orders from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Teams from the anti-terror agency have been stationed at the attack site since Wednesday, intensifying their search for evidence under the supervision of senior officials.They are meticulously examining eyewitnesses to reconstruct the events and closely scrutinising the entry and exit points in the valley to understand the terrorists' modus operandi.Supported by forensic experts, NIA officials are combing the entire Baisaran valley for clues to expose the terror conspiracy behind one of the deadliest attacks witnessed in Kashmir in recent years.Tune InMust Watch

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