In a powerful statement made in the Lok Sabha, Union Home Minister Amit Shah confirmed that all three terrorists responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack have been neutralized by security forces under the now widely praised Operation Mahadev.
“All three terrorists were shot in the head. They have been eliminated with absolute precision,” Shah said, adding that justice has been delivered for the 26 lives lost in the April 22 massacre.
Operation Mahadev: The Final Encounter
The joint operation by the Indian Army (Chinar Corps), CRPF, and J\&K Police was launched in the Nowhatta area of Srinagar on the early morning of July 28, 2025. The forces surrounded a hideout housing the three most wanted terrorists:
Suleman alias Faizal Jatt, Hamza Afghani, and Jibran all of whom were directly linked to the Pahalgam killings.
Drone footage and heat signatures confirmed their presence, and over the next three hours, the elite strike team eliminated them with headshots, leaving no chance of escape or retaliation.
Amit Shah’s Firm Words in Parliament
While addressing Parliament, the Home Minister stated:
“We said we will avenge every drop of innocent blood spilled in Pahalgam and we did.”
He praised the coordination between central intelligence agencies and ground forces in successfully tracking the terrorists through months of surveillance.
Justice for Victims: Nation Responds
The statement came as a moment of emotional relief for the nation, especially for the families of victims.
One such voice was Ritu Narwal, wife of Vinay Narwal, who was killed in the attack. She told media,
“My husband’s death has not gone in vain. I feel relieved that these cowards were shot in the head.”
Operation Mahadev: Key Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Operation Name | Operation Mahadev |
| Date Executed | July 28, 2025 |
| Location | Nowhatta, Srinagar, J\&K |
| Objective | Neutralize Pahalgam attackers |
| Terrorists Eliminated | Suleman (Faizal Jatt), Hamza Afghani, Jibran |
| Method of Kill | Close-range precision headshots |
| Agencies Involved | Army, CRPF, J\&K Police |
| Civilian Casualties | Zero |
Conclusion
Operation Mahadev will be remembered not only for its tactical brilliance but also for the strong political resolve that backed it. With Amit Shah’s confirmation in Parliament and the terrorists now neutralized beyond question, the operation has brought emotional closure and reaffirmed the message: India neither forgets nor forgives acts of terror.
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