Shiv Sena Punjab honours Pahalgam hero Shahzad Ahmad for his bravery

In a heart-warming gesture of recognition, Shiv Sena Punjab and the Shaheed Bhagat Singh Welfare Society honoured Shahzad Ahmad, a Kashmir tour guide from Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, for his exceptional bravery during a terrorist attack on April 22.

The felicitation took place at the base camp in Nunwan, Pahalgam, set up for the annual Shri Amarnath Yatra. Shahzad Ahmad risked his life to rescue injured pilgrims and tourists during the attack, carrying some of them on his back down a steep hill while bullets flew around. At a time when many were running for cover, his actions stood out as a remarkable display of courage and humanity.

Senior Vice-President of Shiv Sena Punjab, Rajesh Palta, along with Society Chairman Rajeev Chahal Raju and President Shiv Sharma, presented the honour. Praising Ahmad’s heroism, Palta described him as “the real hero of Pahalgam” and urged the Jammu and Kashmir government to offer him a government job in recognition of his selfless service.

“Shahzad Ahmad is not only a symbol of bravery and humanity, but also a source of inspiration for youth across Jammu and Kashmir. His actions have reinforced the spirit of unity and brotherhood,” said Palta.