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Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO of NSE, announced the initiative on social media, expressing heartfelt condolences
Ashish Chauhan
In a poignant gesture of solidarity, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has pledged Rs 1 crore to support the families of those who lost their lives in the tragic terrorist attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22, 2025. The attack, which claimed 26 lives—most of them tourists—sent shockwaves across the country and renewed concerns over safety in the region.
We are deeply saddened by the tragic terrorist attack in Kashmir on April 22,2025 where 26 people lost their lives. In a humble gesture of support, NSE pledges Rs 1 crore to the next of kin of the victims, standing in solidarity with their families during this difficult time.…— Ashish Chauhan (@ashishchauhan) April 24, 2025
Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO of NSE, announced the initiative on social media, expressing heartfelt condolences and a commitment to stand by the victims’ families. “In a humble gesture of support, NSE pledges Rs 1 crore to the next of kin of the victims, standing in solidarity with their families during this difficult time,” he posted on X.
The announcement was met with an outpouring of appreciation, as citizens and industry leaders praised the NSE’s swift and compassionate response. One user commented, “This is not just monetary support. It conveys a larger message. Kudos to you and the NSE.” Another lauded the move as an example of corporate empathy in times of national grief.
The pledge comes at a time when the Indian government has taken a firm stance in response to the attack. Measures announced include the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty signed in 1960, and the closure of the Integrated Check Post at Attari. Only Pakistani nationals with valid endorsements will be permitted to return via this route until May 1, 2025.
Additionally, Pakistani citizens will no longer be allowed entry into India under the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES), and any previously issued visas under this scheme have been revoked. Those currently in India under SVES have been given 48 hours to leave the country.
The NSE’s support serves not only as financial aid but also as a powerful message of unity and resilience in the face of adversity.