At least 27 Hindus have been killed and around 12 have been grievously injured in a brutal Islamist terror attack in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district. The gruesome terror was strongly condemned by political leaders across party lines, including PM Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

The Shatabdi Express, just like Rajdhani Express, is considered a premium train that is one of the fastest trains. It’s speed along with premium facilities has made it one of the most popular trains in India. However, they are made for operating on short and medium distance routes.

Officials said security forces have fanned out in the Baisaran area to hunt down the assailants.