Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to visit Jammu and Kashmir for a three-day trip starting Thursday evening. His agenda includes reviewing security measures, engaging with local political figures, and launching developmental initiatives in the region. Shah will kick off his visit with a high-level security meeting involving officials from various security agencies and the administration of Jammu and Kashmir.
Upon his arrival, Shah will meet with leaders of different political parties at Lok Bhawan in Jammu. The following day, he is scheduled to visit the International Border in Kathua district to assess the border situation and gather insights from BSF officials. Subsequently, a comprehensive security review will be conducted to address pertinent issues.
On February 7, the Union Home Minister will head to Srinagar to inaugurate several development projects aimed at enhancing the infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir. This visit marks Shah’s second security review in the region within a month, underscoring the government’s commitment to ensuring peace and stability.
During his previous security meeting on January 8 in New Delhi, Shah emphasized a mission-mode strategy to bolster border security and eliminate terrorist threats within the region. The presence of Pakistani terrorists in the hilly terrains of Jammu division has been a growing concern for the Ministry of Home Affairs, prompting recent anti-terror operations resulting in the neutralization of three terrorists.
Local reactions to Shah’s visit have been mixed, with the ruling National Conference expressing optimism about the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood. Meanwhile, BJP MLAs have lauded the visit as a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to foster peace and integrate the Union Territory with the nation.
