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Pahalgam Terror Attack: Hindus Executed After Identity Check — The Role of Extremist Aurangzeb Loyalists

Just a few weeks ago, Nagpur was engulfed in violence as Islamist mobs launched coordinated attacks, targeting Hindu-owned businesses, setting vehicles on fire, and hurling stones at Hindu homes. The cause? A peaceful request from Hindu advocacy groups to remove a tomb that commemorates Aurangzeb, the Mughal ruler infamous for his destruction of temples, forced conversions, and oppressive rule over Hindus.


This ideological legacy resurfaced on April 22 in Pahalgam, Kashmir, where Islamic terrorists ambushed a group of unarmed tourists. Eyewitnesses reported that the attackers checked identification, stripped individuals to confirm their religion, and executed those identified as non-Muslims at point-blank range.


Over 20 tourists were killed in a dastardly terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. | OpIndia
Over 20 tourists were killed in a dastardly terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. | OpIndia

This wasn’t a random act of violence. It was a ritual of hate—deliberate, practiced, scripturally justified, and rooted in a centuries-old mindset that views Hindus not as fellow citizens but as targets in an ongoing jihad to bring India under Islam.


The attack in Pahalgam wasn’t just another terror act; it was a civilizational flashpoint. These events remind us of an ideology that many thought died with tyrants like Aurangzeb, Alauddin Khilji, and Bakhtiyar Khilji—the madman responsible for destroying Nalanda University. Yet, this mentality continues to resurface, as seen in the protests across the country, where support is shown for Muslim invaders, venerated as religious warriors who played a key role in spreading Islam.


To grasp the horror of Pahalgam, we must examine the ideological roots of such brutality. Aurangzeb wasn’t just another Mughal emperor—he embodied the brutal force of Islamic imperialism in India. His reign was marked by the destruction of temples, forced conversions, and the jizya tax, which imposed a financial burden on non-Muslims merely for existing.


Similarly, Alauddin Khilji is often romanticized in history books as a military genius and exceptional administrator. However, behind that image lies the reality of a tyrant who enslaved Hindu women and children, treating them as spoils of war. These rulers didn’t merely conquer—they dehumanized. They didn’t see Hindus as rivals but as enemies of their faith, deserving only of subjugation or eradication.


The never-ending jihad

By 2025, this mindset remains far from extinct. It thrives within a radical fringe, viewing itself as continuing Aurangzeb’s unfinished war. In Pahalgam, terrorists allegedly checked ID cards and forced victims to strip to identify Hindus. This wasn’t random cruelty—it was ideological warfare rooted in a medieval mindset.


These aren’t just men with guns; they’re warriors of an ideological jihad, intent on completing the “unfinished business.” And their reach extends beyond Kashmir. Evidence of this can be found in the recent targeted killings of Hindus in West Bengal and the riots that erupted in Nagpur last month. To them, every Hindu temple still standing is a symbol of defeat. Every festival is an affront to their supremacist vision. Killing a Hindu, to them, isn’t murder—it’s “divine justice.”


The Ideological and Religious Descendants of Aurangzeb

Aurangzeb continues to be honored in certain parts of the Islamic world and even within Indian academia under the guise of “nuanced history.” His atrocities are minimized, while his so-called “administrative genius” is oddly celebrated, much like how Hitler’s efficient trains don’t excuse the atrocities of the Holocaust.


The terrorists in Pahalgam openly displayed their inspiration. They were merely repeating the actions of the Mughal tyrant from centuries ago, whose legacy is still revered by a segment of society. This reverence is often justified by left-wing intellectuals who invoke arguments like “Freedom of Speech” and the “right to practice one’s religion.” The destruction of idolaters fueled the religious fanaticism of both Aurangzeb and earlier Muslim invaders. That same zealotry fueled the brutal attack in Pahalgam. This isn’t an isolated or fringe view—it’s central to the ideology of many Islamist groups, both across the border and, alarmingly, within our own borders.


Why are Hindus targeted?

The targeting of Hindus is no coincidence—it is a core part of the agenda. They are viewed as idolaters, as those who resisted centuries of conquest. They rebuilt what was destroyed and revived what was forbidden. Their refusal to submit is what brings them the sword.


In Pahalgam, this once again became evident, just as it did during the 1990 exodus of Kashmiri Pandits. In India, history doesn’t murmur—it roars. And unless it is confronted, it will inevitably repeat itself.


Political Correctness and the Distorted Commitment to Secularism Fueling Terrorism

Mainstream narratives often claim that terrorism is devoid of religious affiliation. However, the events in Pahalgam were deeply rooted in religious intent. From the targeted violence to the chants of execution—this was jihad, pure and simple. Yet, labeling it as such results in being branded as “communal.”


This moral avoidance isn’t just misleading—it’s perilous. It gives the jihadist the assurance that no matter how brutal his actions, society will quickly find excuses for him. His victims will be overlooked, while he’ll be portrayed as a casualty of poverty or a “misunderstood” ideology.


Endangered Civilization: Temples Plundered, Idols Defiled, Women Captured as War Booty

This is not merely about lives lost—it’s about a civilisation under siege. Islamist invaders didn’t just plunder—they desecrated. Temples were destroyed not only for wealth but to deliver a powerful message: your gods are dead, your culture is reduced to rubble. From Somnath in the west to the Qutub Minar in Delhi, which once housed over 27 Jain and Hindu temples, to the expansive Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, every cornerstone of Hinduism faced the fury of Islamic fanaticism.


Even today, mosques stand on the ruins of these sacred temples. This is not a conflict of religions; it’s a battle for the survival of an ancient civilisation.


Hinduism and other Vedic faiths have never been expansionist. They do not seek conversions. For millennia, people from various Vedic traditions coexisted in relative peace across India. While pacifism has been a cornerstone of these faiths, contributing to their economic prosperity, recent events make it clear that passivity is no longer an option. Pahalgam is a stark reminder: resistance is no longer a choice.


Resisting the Preservation of Relics Honoring Religious Zealots, Not Hate

Challenging this ideology is not Islamophobia—it is a matter of preserving our civilization. The desire to survive is not extremism. Defending temples, honoring martyrs, and protecting traditions are not signs of fascism. The true fascists are those who demand submission, impose dogma, and justify violence.


Hindus should no longer fear being labeled for standing up for themselves. This is not about revenge—it is about resistance. Resistance grounded in memory, truth, and unapologetic pride.


India can no longer afford to remain silent in the face of injustice. Empty condemnations and symbolic gestures won’t suffice. We need substantial policy reforms—stronger anti-terror laws, quicker justice, and zero tolerance for ideological denial.


The media must cease glorifying perpetrators. Academia must stop whitewashing genocidal rulers. And society must stop equating victims with their oppressors.


From Ghazni to Aurangzeb to Pahalgam: Unraveling the Scriptural Hatred Behind Intergenerational Bigotry

Pahalgam was not an isolated event. It is part of a broader civilizational conflict that began with Ghazni, Khilji, and Aurangzeb, and continues to seek revival today. Aurangzeb's reign was marked by the brutal massacre of Hindus. Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj was savagely tortured and killed by him, and Sikh Guru Tegh Bahadur was executed under his orders for refusing to convert to Islam. These are just a few examples of the cruelty inflicted by Aurangzeb and the ideology he represented.


Yet, instead of denouncing Aurangzeb, just weeks ago in Nagpur, Islamists attacked Hindus who opposed a shrine dedicated to him. This reflects the same ideology, now in a different form.


But India is not weak, and Hindus are not powerless. The same civilization that withstood the invasions of Khilji, Babur, and Aurangzeb will endure again. However, mere survival is not enough. The time has come to do more than remember—it is time to resist.


We must ensure that no one ever again has to prove their religion at gunpoint. This is not hate, but resistance. This is what it means to learn from history.


In this regard, there is little difference between the terrorists who killed tourists for being Hindus and the stone-pelters who target Hindu businesses and public property when an honest examination of Mughal emperor's religiously motivated atrocities is demanded. Both groups share the same ideology: a deep reverence for medieval-era tyrants like Aurangzeb and a desire to follow in their footsteps. It is only a matter of time before the so-called “innocuous” stone-pelters become full-fledged terrorists, wielding Kalashnikovs and indiscriminately killing Hindus in an attempt to emulate their idols. In Kashmir, it is impossible to know if a part-time stone-pelter is also a full-time terrorist.


Therefore, when Hindus call for the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb, it is not just about erasing the legacy of a tyrant who caused immeasurable suffering to their ancestors. It is about dismantling a symbol—a rallying point—for those who still honor him as a champion of Islam and wish to walk in his bloody footsteps. It is about cutting off the ideological fuel that sustains modern-day jihad.


The West did not build a tomb for Hitler—for good reason. They understood that even stones can become shrines, and shrines can breed extremists. India must learn this lesson. As long as we tolerate monuments that glorify the tormentors of our past, we will continue to bleed—whether in Nagpur, Pahalgam, or wherever the next “Aurangzeb ki aulaad” decides to strike.


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