"Will win over terrorism", Shah Rukh Khan tweets against dastardly Amarnath Yatra attack

NEW DELHI: The whole nation went numb with the news of the terror attack on the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims on Monday, killing at least seven yatris including six women and injuring 19 others. Along with every citizen of this country, B Town too voiced their concern over the issue and condemned it. From Shah Rukh Khan to Shabana Azmi to Karan Johar, all took to their social media handles to share their thoughts. Shah Rukh Khan who is currently busy with his upcoming 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' posted a message on Twitter, "Saddening to see innocent lives being taken. Prayers for the victims & may God give strength to the families of the #AmarnathYatra pilgrims."  

Saddening to see innocent lives being taken. Prayers for the victims & may God give strength to the families of the #AmarnathYatra pilgrims

— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) July 10, 2017

In his second tweet, he hailed the determination of pilgrims and said that it will mark a victory over terrorism.

Saw Pilgrims determined 2 continue Yatra inspite of the dastardly attack. Faith makes u Brave & will always win over cowardice & terrorism. — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) July 11, 2017

On Monday night, militants attacked an unescorted bus at Khanabal, Anantnag district on the Srinagar-Jammu highway. The bus was returning from Baltal to Mir Bazar after darshan. The militants also carried out two attacks on security forces in the area. All the victims hailed from Gujarat. (With inputs from ANI)