Pakistan has called for an independent investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack, denying any involvement and expressing concerns about escalating tensions. Pakistan's defence minister dismissed claims of Lashkar-e-Taiba's involvement,

Telugu superstar Vijay Deverakonda reacted strongly to the Pahalgam terror attack at a press event. Vijay Deverakonda was present at the pre-release event of the Suriya's Retro in Hyderabad. Urging for unity in the time of crisis, Vijay prioritised the importance of education to fight religious extremists.