‘It Still Haunts Me’: Abdul Waheed’s Harrowing Account as First Responder to Pahalgam Terror Attack
Abdul Waheed, a 38-year-old ponywala leader, was among the first to reach Baisaran meadow after the April 22, 2025, Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, including 25 tourists. Witnessing a “massacre” of bodies and grieving families, he helped rescue the injured despite overwhelming fear. His emotional recounting reflects the trauma and resilience of locals, who now hope for tourism’s revival.