Srinagar, April 24 -- For the first time in 35 years, Kashmir observed a shutdown to protest the terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam.

Massive protests and marches were held in Kashmir demanding justice for victims and punishment for perpetrators of terror crimes.

Jammu and Kashmir came to halt on Wednesday as the region mourned the devastating militant attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran meadow that claimed the lives of 26 civilians-mostly tourists-and left scores injured.

Schools and business establishments remained shut. Transport was off the roads. Markets, schools, and streets echoed a collective condemnation of what many called one of the most barbaric assaults in recent memory.

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