India, April 23 -- Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has called for calm among Kannadigas currently in Jammu & Kashmir, following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam on Tuesday. Emphasising the safety of the state's residents as a top priority, he confirmed that Labour Minister Santosh Lad has been dispatched to the region to oversee rescue and coordination efforts.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the Chief Minister wrote: "In the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, I urge all Kannadigas in Jammu & Kashmir to remain calm. The Karnataka Government has swiftly deployed teams, and Minister Santosh Lad is present on the ground to assist. For any emergency, please dial 112 - our officers are working closely with J&K authorities to ensure...