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J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha convened a critical unified command meeting to assess regional security challenges. The meeting focused on preparing for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra while addressing recent terrorist activities. Following the tragic Pahalgam attack, security forces have intensified operations against militants and their support networks. The meeting underscored the need for comprehensive strategies to eliminate terrorist threats in the region.

Key Points: Manoj Sinha Reviews Amarnath Yatra Security After Pahalgam Attack

  • Unified command reviews Amarnath Yatra security arrangements
  • Aggressive operations launched against terrorists post-Pahalgam attack
  • India conducts targeted strikes against terror camps in Pakistan
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J&K LG chairs unified command meeting on Amarnath Yatra, current security situation

J&K Lt Governor leads unified command meeting addressing terror threats, Amarnath Yatra preparations, and regional security challenges

"Must completely dismantle the terror ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir - Manoj Sinha, J&K Lt Governor"

Srinagar, May 20

J&K Lt Governor, Manoj Sinha, on Tuesday, chaired a meeting of the unified command here to review the security arrangements for the annual Amarnath Yatra, as well as the current situation in the UT.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Secretary and top Army, police, and other officials.

"The meeting reviewed the current situation in the Union Territory and security arrangements for the upcoming annual Amarnath Yatra, which is scheduled to commence from July 3 this year," a source said.

"The meeting also focused on the fallout of the Pahalgam terror attack and the situation that evolved post 'Operation Sindoor' in Jammu and Kashmir," the source added.

According to sources, the Lt Governor emphasised that the army, police, and paramilitary officials must completely dismantle the terror ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir.

In the wake of the April 22 terror attack in Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam by LeT terrorists in which 26 civilians, including 25 tourists and a local, were killed, joint forces of army, police, and other security forces have started aggressive operations against terrorists, their overground workers (OGWs) and their sympathisers across J&K.

Last week, six terrorists were killed in two back-to-back operations in Shopian and Pulwama districts.

The slain terrorists included the operational commander of the LeT.

Apart from the diplomatic measures, India ordered precision-guided targeted strikes at terrorists' headquarters deep inside Pakistan, including Muridke near Lahore, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK).

Pakistan reacted by Indiscriminate mortar shelling on the line of control (LoC) and the international border (IB) in J&K.

Over 200 houses and shops were destroyed in the shelling on civilian facilities in Poonch, Rajouri, Baramulla and Kupwara districts. Hundreds of border residents were forced to abandon their homes, livestock, and agricultural fields.

These hapless civilians are yet to fully return to their villages as the security forces are still busy defusing unexploded mortar shells in the border villages.

On May 12, DGMOs of the two countries agreed to a ceasefire after which guns on both sides fell silent.

The ceasefire is holding well, although India had made it clear that the understanding will last only as long as Pakistan does not allow terrorist activity against India from its soil.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
The Amarnath Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage for millions of Hindus. It's good to see the administration taking security seriously after the Pahalgam attack. We can't let terrorists disrupt our religious harmony. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the security measures, I hope the forces also focus on minimizing inconvenience to local Kashmiris. Many innocent people suffer in cross-border shelling and counter-terror operations. There has to be a balanced approach.
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Amit S.
Pakistan never learns! After every terror attack they sponsor, our forces respond with precision strikes, and then they cry victim. The DGMO-level ceasefire is good, but we must remain vigilant. Our forces are doing a great job in J&K.
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Sunita R.
My heart goes out to the border residents who lost their homes in the shelling. The government should speed up compensation and rehabilitation. Also, more bunkers are needed in border villages - this keeps happening every few months.
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Vikram J.
Operation Sindoor seems to have hit the terrorists hard. Good! But we need long-term solutions - better intelligence, cutting off funding sources, and most importantly, winning hearts of Kashmiri youth through development. Tourism is key to J&K's economy.
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Neha T.
The Amarnath Yatra security plan should include modern tech - drones, facial recognition, etc. Traditional methods alone won't work against modern terrorism. Also, why isn't there more international pressure on Pakistan to stop sheltering terrorists? 🤔

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