The family of Shubham Dwivedi, a 31-year-old businessman who tragically lost his life in the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, is anticipating a significant visit from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 30. Though the official confirmation of the visit is yet to be received by the family, reports from various media outlets and assurances from political leaders suggest that the Prime Minister may indeed meet the family in Kanpur. The Dwivedis, grappling with the sudden loss of their beloved son, see this potential meeting as an opportunity to express their pain, appeal for justice, and request formal recognition of Shubham’s sacrifice. Shubham, newly married and on a family trip, was one of the 26 victims killed in a brutal terrorist attack at the scenic Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir.

Political Support Paves Way for the Meeting

Local Member of Parliament Ramesh Awasthi has played a crucial role in facilitating this potential meeting. According to the family, Awasthi not only promised full support in their time of grief but also promptly wrote to the Prime Minister requesting a personal meeting with the bereaved family. The request, echoed by other local leaders and amplified by news coverage, seems to have gained traction at the national level. While the PM’s office has yet to officially confirm the visit, family members remain hopeful, citing communications from other MPs and MLAs who have stated that the matter has been taken seriously. The symbolic and emotional importance of such a meeting cannot be understated—it would signal national acknowledgment of Shubham’s tragic death and the family’s enduring sorrow.

Demand for Martyr Status and National Recognition

One of the primary appeals the Dwivedi family intends to make during the possible meeting is to have Shubham officially recognised as a martyr. They believe he was deliberately targeted in the attack due to his faith and see his death not merely as a loss, but as a sacrifice for the nation. The family insists that such recognition is not only appropriate but essential to honor his memory and uphold national integrity. “Honouring his sacrifice is not only justified but necessary,” they stated, adding that formal recognition would serve as the highest tribute the country could offer. His wife, who accompanied him on the ill-fated trip, also echoed these sentiments, saying that if her husband is declared a martyr, it would be a moment of immense solace amidst the grief.

Personal Tragedy Strikes Newlywed Couple

The timing of the attack adds an even deeper layer of heartbreak to the story. Shubham had been married only a few weeks earlier, on February 12, and was vacationing in Pahalgam with his wife and sister-in-law at the time of the incident. What was meant to be a time of love, joy, and bonding turned into a nightmare for the young family. His wife, visibly emotional, said the Prime Minister’s visit could be a turning point not just in their personal journey of healing but also in giving her late husband the honor he deserves. She stressed how much it would mean to the entire family if the country officially commemorated Shubham’s sacrifice. The young couple’s dream of a future together was cut short, and now the family clings to hope for justice and recognition.

Hope and Healing Amidst Political and Social Support

Even as the family processes their grief, there is a collective sense of purpose forming around them—driven by community solidarity, political attention, and national empathy. The Dwivedis have received visits and calls from multiple public representatives who assured them that their voices are being heard at the highest levels of government. As media reports continue to suggest that PM Modi’s Kanpur visit is on the cards for May 30, the anticipation builds. For the family, this visit would not just be ceremonial; it would validate their loss and send a message that victims of terror are not forgotten. As India continues to grapple with cross-border terrorism, honoring civilian victims like Shubham Dwivedi is a poignant reminder of the human cost of such violence—and a call to ensure their stories are never erased from the national memory.

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Source : hindustantimes.com