In the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, Anantnag Police have released a helpline number to assist tourists requiring information.

According to sources, the number of deaths are likely to rise and vary between 26 and 30. 

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has left for Srinagar to take stock of the situation in Jammu & Kashmir in the wake of a terror attack on tourists at Pahalgam, sources said.

Shah headed for Jammu & Kashmir soon after Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to him and asked him to visit the Union Territory, they said.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said Kannadigas are among the victims of the terror attack in Kashmir. 

In a post on X, he said: "I strongly condemn the heinous terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam, J&K. Kannadigas are among the victims of this shocking incident. Upon receiving the news, I convened an emergency meeting and reviewed the situation with the Chief Secretary and senior police officials. I have also spoken to the Resident Commissioner in Delhi." 

He added: "Following my directions, two teams - one of senior officers and another of police personnel - have been dispatched to J&K. An adventure team from the Sports Department, led by Commissioner Chethan, is also en route. We are closely monitoring the developments. All necessary support will be extended. Please be assured, the Government of Karnataka stands firmly with those affected." 

"Please save my husband," a woman's bone-chilling wails echoed through the picturesque valleys of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam after terrorists opened fire at tourists today. At least one person has been confirmed dead in the attack. However, the death count can go up as several tourists were rushed to hospitals with serious injuries.

Distressing visuals doing the rounds on social media showed several women pleading for help. "We were having a snack when a person came and shot my husband," said one of them, as another, with blood splattered on her face, looked helplessly at the man recording the video.

Several injured people were seen on the ground. A visibly shaken child was also seen with the group of tourists who survived the attack.

Another woman, standing next to a severely injured man, pleaded, "Please save my husband. For god's sake, save him".

The heartbreak continues as another cry for help was heard, "Please, someone take him to the hospital. Please, please help." She was standing next to an injured man with his shirt soaked in blood.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the perpetrators of the Kashmir terror attack will not be spared.

"I strongly condemn the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that the injured recover at the earliest. All possible assistance is being provided to those affected. Those behind this heinous act will be brought to justice...they will not be spared! Their evil agenda will never succeed. Our resolve to fight terrorism is unshakable and it will get even stronger," he said on X.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge condemned the terror attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam, saying it is a blot on humanity.

He also said the country's national security is paramount and urged the central government to take corrective measures.

"I strongly condemn the cowardly terror attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. The entire nation is united in fighting the scourge of cross-border terrorism. These dastardly targeted attacks are a blot on humanity. News reports indicate that precious lives have been lost. On behalf of the Congress party, my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. Our thoughts and prayers are with the injured," he said on X. 

Injured being shifted to a hospital after terrorists attacked a group of tourists at Pahalgam, in Anantnag district, Jammu & Kashmir on Tuesday. (PTI)

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh condemned the terror attack in Kashmir, and said the "dastardly attack on innocent civilians is an act of cowardice and highly reprehensible".

Union Home Minister Amit Shah condemned the attack and said he will shortly leave for Srinagar to hold an urgent security review meeting. 

Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha also condemned the terror attack in the tourist resort of Pahalgam in south Kashmir's Anantnag district and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah termed the attack an "abomination". "The perpetrators of this attack are animals, inhuman & worthy of contempt. No words of condemnation are enough. I send my sympathies to the families of the deceased," he posted on X. 

Sources said Union Home Minister Amit Shah is currently holding a meeting with top officials over the Kashmir terror attack. The Home Secretary and the Intelligence Bureau chief are also present at the meeting.

According to sources, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Union Home Minister Amti Shah and asked him to take stock of the situation. Mr Modi asked the Union Minister to take "suitable measures" and also visit the site, the sources said. 

One tourist was killed and six people were injured in a terrorist attack in Pahalgam in Jammu & Kashmir's Anantnag district on Tuesday, officials said. The attack took place at Baisaran, a meadow accessible only by foot or ponies, where a group of tourists had gone visiting this morning, the officials added.