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Centre appoints Karambir Singh Nalwa as Special Public Prosecutor to lead Pahalgam terror attack trial

The Centre appointed noted lawyer Karambir Singh Nalwa as Special Public Prosecutor to lead the trial in the Pahalgam terror attack case. The attack occurred on April 22, 2025, killing 25 tourists and a local pony operator. The development was reported on April 23, 2026, on the first anniversary of the attack.

Why It Matters

This appointment marks a significant step in the legal proceedings related to the 2025 Pahalgam attack, potentially shaping the trial timeline and accountability.

Timeline

3 Events

Article published reporting appointment

April 23, 2026

The article reporting the appointment and the first anniversary was published (12:09 am IST).

Centre appoints Karambir Singh Nalwa as Special Public Prosecutor to lead trial

April 22, 2026

The Centre appointed noted lawyer Karambir Singh Nalwa as Special Public Prosecutor to lead the trial in the Pahalgam terror attack case, with the development occurring on the first anniversary of the attack.

Pahalgam terror attack occurs

April 22, 2025

The Pahalgam terror attack occurred, killing 25 tourists and a local pony operator.